Rustic Spur “Pawpaw Moyer” Estate Souzão 2019
Bold and rare: Texas‑grown Souzão brings intense dark‑berry and blueberry jam aromas spiced with white pepper and rhubarb. On the palate: layered black‑cherry, cocoa and leather‑tobacco undertones, set on firm yet polished tannins with a clean finish. Crafted for serious drinkers seeking something unique and terroir‑driven from the Hill Country.
Key Details:
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Producer: Rustic Spur Vineyards — a family‑run estate in Texas Hill Country, founded by Jim & Ranae Mills, focused on 100% Texas‑grown varietals and small‑batch production.
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Region / Appellation: Texas Hill Country, USA.
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Varietal: 100% Souzão (a Portuguese “tenturier” red grape with deeply pigmented skins)
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Vintage: 2019
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ABV / Style: ~13.5% ABV; mature Texas red with depth, structure and regional character.
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Why It’s Special: A single‑varietal Souzão from Texas is exceedingly rare; this bottle reflects meticulous estate viticulture on previously peach‑orchard land and carries familial history in its label and naming (“Pawpaw Moyer” refers to the founder’s great‑grand‑father).
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Food Pairing: Ideal with grilled rib‑eye, barbecued brisket, game (venison/lamb), or aged cheeses with depth and character.
