7 Brix Red

New Mexico Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon

The Vivac Winery 7 Brix Red is a vibrant red wine hailing from the charming region of New Mexico. Crafted from a blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, this wine showcases a harmonious fusion of flavors and aromas. The Sangiovese brings a bright, fruit-forward personality to the blend, while the Cabernet Sauvignon adds depth and structure. Together, these varietals create a beautifully balanced wine that is sure to delight and impress with its rich, complex profile.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Plum

Pairs well with:

Grilled Meats, Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops

Region:

New Mexico

New Mexico, with its high desert landscapes and dramatic mountain ranges, offers a unique and diverse winegrowing environment in the American Southwest. The state's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) benefit from the high altitude and the intense sunlight, which together create a significant diurnal temperature variation. This variation sharply cools the vineyards at night, tempering the daytime heat and allowing grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors while retaining essential acids. The arid climate and minimal rainfall reduce the risk of vine diseases and allow vintners to control vine vigor through irrigation. Vineyards at lower elevations tend to produce bolder, more intense wines, while those at higher elevations excel in growing cooler-climate varieties, yielding more delicate and aromatic wines.

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