The Originalist

Vintage 2019
by Grape Creek Vineyards
Varietal Aglianico
Color red
Region Texas (TX)
Country United States
Medal Score
10.0
4 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
black cherrysmoked meatdried oreganotarblack plumiron
Palate

Full-bodied with high tannin and firm acidity, delivering a grippy, structured texture that unfolds layers of dark fruit and mineral intensity.

Finish

Long and persistent, with a lingering finish of blood orange, licorice, and crushed rock that lasts well over a minute.

Food Pairings
  • • grilled bison ribeye with rosemary crust
  • • aged pecorino with quince paste
  • • smoked beef brisket with espresso rub
  • • lamb merguez sausage with farro
  • • Texas-style beef short ribs braised in stout
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Drink Window
Now through 2035

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Gold San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge 2022
Silver SOMMELIERS CHOICE AWARDS USA 2023
Silver San Francisco International Wine Competition 2022
Silver Critics Challenge International Wine Competition 2022

Find This Wine

Check availability at these retailers:

Find on Wine.com Find on Naked Wines Find on Vivino

We may earn a commission if you purchase through these links at no additional cost to you.