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Saints And Sinners Red

New Mexico Red Blend

Black Mesa Winery's Saints And Sinners Red is a captivating red blend that embodies the spirit of New Mexico's winegrowing region. This enticing wine presents a beautiful ruby hue that invites you to explore its complex aromas. On the nose, it delights with a bouquet of dark fruit, including ripe blackcurrants and cherries, complemented by hints of spice and subtle earthiness. The palate reveals a medium-bodied structure, offering a harmonious balance of bold fruit intensity and soft tannins, making it approachable yet sophisticated. The freshness from moderate acidity enhances the wine's vibrancy, making each sip a mouthwatering experience. Saints And Sinners Red is just dry enough to keep it versatile, effortlessly pairing with hearty dishes or enjoyed on its own, showcasing the unique terroir of 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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