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Pasando Red

2018 New Mexico Red Blend

The Pasando Tiempo Pasando Red is a captivating red blend from the enchanting region of New Mexico, boasting a rich crimson color that draws the eye. This vintage from 2018 presents a luxurious mouthfeel, offering a full-bodied experience that envelopes the palate in its sophistication. The wine's acidity is bright and lively, providing a refreshing lift that balances its intensity. The fruit intensity is pronounced, showcasing an array of dark fruit flavors that leap forth with each sip. Tannins are notably structured, adding depth and character without overpowering the experience. This red blend is comfortably dry, making it an excellent accompaniment to a variety of dishes, enhancing both the wine and the dining experience.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Region:


New Mexico
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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