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Viva La Roja

New Mexico Red Blend

Heart Of The Desert Vineyards Viva La Roja, a delightful red blend from the vibrant New Mexico region, showcases an enchanting deep crimson color that captivates from the very first glance. This medium-bodied wine is wonderfully structured, offering a harmonious balance between lively acidity and soft tannins, creating a smooth and inviting mouthfeel. The fruit intensity is prominent, with inviting notes of dark cherry, blackberry, and hints of spice that dance gracefully on the palate. As you savor each sip, you'll appreciate the wine's dry nature, making it an ideal companion for a variety of dishes. This enticing red blend is a testament to New Mexico's unique terroir, promising an enjoyable experience for both casual wine drinkers and seasoned connoisseurs alike.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Oak

Oak

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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