New Mexico White Shiraz

New Mexico Syrah

St Clair Winery New Mexico White Shiraz is a captivating red wine that showcases the unique terroir of New Mexico. This delightful Syrah presents a vibrant hue that invites you in, while its mouthwatering acidity and balanced body create a refreshing experience on the palate. With a prominent fruit intensity, expect luscious notes of ripe berries and cherries that harmoniously intertwine with subtle hints of earth. The tannins are notable yet smooth, adding to the overall elegance of the wine. Perfect for any occasion, this dry yet fruit-forward selection is a testament to the winemaking prowess in the enchanting landscape of New Mexico.

Tasting notes:

Blackberry

Plum

Black Pepper

Pairs well with:

Grilled Meats, Grilled Lamb, Roasted Lamb

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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