2024 Desert Willow Rosé
Tasting Notes:
The 2024 Desert Willow Vineyard Rosé bursts with aromas of raspberry, strawberry, and watermelon. On the palate, it’s soft and bright, brimming with cherry, pomegranate, and a hint of citrus. This Provence-style Rosé shines with vibrant acidity and a polished texture, offering a refreshing and satisfying finish.
Pairing Suggestions:
Pair with cheese and charcuterie, gazpacho, summer salads, and warm days.
Aging Recommendation:
Drink now through 2027.
Blend:
70% Grenache, 30% Mourvèdre
Harvest Date:
Grenache – 8/14/24 Mourvèdre – 8/14/24
Vineyard:
Desert Willow Vineyard
Appellation:
Texas High Plains
Fermentation:
The grapes were destemmed and whole cluster pressed to extract the juice. Three days of cold settling took place to settle out solids prior to racking the juice clean. The juice was inoculated with yeast, and tank fermented cold at 58 degrees to maintain aromas and complexity.
Aging:
After fermentation, the wine was racked clean and aged in tank 3 months prior to bottling.
Alcohol:
12.6%
pH:
3.48
TA:
6.4 g/L
Club Price: $29.60
(Retail Price: $37.00)