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Rouge

2012 Oklahoma Red Blend

The Rivergate Rouge, a captivating red blend from Oklahoma's flourishing wine scene, introduces itself with a deep red hue that promises intrigue and warmth. This 2012 vintage expresses a medium-bodied character, offering a delightful interplay of flavors that dances in harmony on the palate. With a high acidity that imbues the wine with brightness, it delivers a refreshing sensation, perfectly balancing the prominent fruit intensity, which features rich notes of dark cherry and plum. The tannins are notable and structured, lending a pleasant firmness that enhances the wine's complexity. This red blend is crafted to be bone dry, making it an exceptional choice for pairing with a variety of dishes, from hearty stews to grilled meats, ensuring an enjoyable experience for all.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry, Baking Spice, Oak

Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Oak

Oak

Region:


Oklahoma
Oklahoma

Oklahoma, with its sweeping plains and undulating hills, is an evolving winegrowing region characterized by a distinctive blend of terroirs across its American Viticultural Areas (AVAs). Influenced by the state's broad climatic variations, which include hot summers and cold winters, Oklahoma's vineyards benefit from a dynamic growing season that challenges the grapes to develop robust flavors and balanced acidity. The state's unique conditions include occasional influences from the Gulf of Mexico, which can introduce cooler air and moisture, moderating the intense heat and aiding in the gradual ripening of grapes. This environment allows for the cultivation of both cooler-climate varieties, which thrive in vineyards benefiting from these moderating effects, and bolder, heartier varieties suited to the warmer, more sheltered inland areas.

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