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Taos Mesa Red #4

2012 New Mexico 60% Syrah, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon

The Taos Mesa Brewing Taos Mesa Red #4 is a captivating red wine that beautifully showcases the unique terroir of New Mexico. With a compelling blend of sixty percent Syrah and forty percent Cabernet Sauvignon, this vintage delights the palate with its full-bodied nature and medium acidity, creating a well-rounded experience. The fruit intensity is prominent, offering rich flavors of dark berries and plums, complemented by subtle herbal notes. Its tannins are firm yet smooth, providing structure without overshadowing the fruit. This wine is dry, making it an excellent companion for grilled meats or hearty dishes, and is sure to impress those seeking a distinctive taste from this emerging wine region.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry, Blackcurrant, Baking Spice

Blackberry

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops, Grilled Meats

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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