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Road Runner

New Mexico Chambourcin, Cabernet, Cabernet Sauvignon

Black's Smuggler Road Runner is a captivating red wine that showcases the unique character of New Mexico's winegrowing region. This delightful blend of Chambourcin, Cabernet, and Cabernet Sauvignon presents a medium body and a balanced acidity, offering an inviting mouthfeel that entices the palate. The wine exudes prominent fruit intensity, featuring luscious notes of dark berries and cherries, while subtle hints of spice add depth and complexity. The tannins are notable yet soft, creating a smooth experience that makes this wine an excellent choice for pairing with a variety of dishes or simply enjoying on its own. With its vibrant flavor profile and food-friendly qualities, Black's Smuggler Road Runner is a true testament to the burgeoning winemaking scene in New Mexico.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

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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