2009 Tempranillo “Salt Lick Vineyards”, Texas Hill Country

Fall Creek Vineyards first Tempranillo wine is made from grapes harvested at the Salt Lick Vineyards, owned by our good friend Scott Roberts, owner of the famous Salt Lick BBQ.  Jay Neff does an excellent job of applying expert management of the grapes and vineyard, and this delicious wine is from 4th leaf vines.Tempranillo is the beloved grape of Rioja in Spain, and has been described as the perfect marriage between Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir by  Jancis Robinson.
This is the perfect description of the 2009 Fall Creek Tempranillo, as the wine is like a bowl full of cherries with the finishing grace and fragrance of roses and violets. Soft tannins disappear with a little aeration, and this luscious wine has created quite a buzz among its many fans.

Price: $29.99 (bottle) $323.89 (case)