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Viking Spaceship

New Mexico Syrah

The Duke City Beaches Viking Spaceship is a captivating Syrah from the vibrant wine region of New Mexico. This red wine showcases a full body that envelops the palate with rich and luscious flavors. The acidity in this Syrah is lively, adding brightness and a mouthwatering quality to each sip. The fruit intensity is high, offering a burst of juicy and ripe fruit flavors that linger long after each taste. The tannins in this wine are notable, adding a firm structure that enhances the overall complexity. With a dry finish, this New Mexico Syrah is a true gem to be enjoyed with friends and loved ones.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry, Black Cherry, Baking Spice

Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Pairs well with:


Barbecued Ribs, 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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