With a pale golden hue, aromas of honeysuckle, banana and mandarin orange. This medium bodied wine transitions smoothly from front to back palette and would easily pair with a wide variety of foods. Bright, fresh pear and grapefruit flavors dance over the tongue. A buzz of minerality carries these flavors on a long finish that leaves the drinker wanting another sip. Pair this wine with blackened chicken, creamy pasta sauce or strong cheeses and see what Texas tastes like! 

Aged for 3 months with light toasted American oak, the 2019 vintage of viognier has a creamy mouthfeel with touches of coconut and vanilla sprinkled in on top of beautiful aromas of guava, mango, pineapple and other tropical fruits. Fun fact, this is the unofficial white wine grape for the state of Texas!

Aged for 3 months with light toasted American oak, the 2019 vintage of Reserve Viognier has light body, medium gold appearance and has a creamy mouthfeel with touches of lime, tart rainier cherry and pineapple. Vanilla on top of beautiful aromas of peony, fresh yogurt and other tropical fruits, this wine has a medium finish. Viognier is the unofficial white wine grape for the state of Texas! Pair this Reserve Viognier with delicate meats or scallops that are flavored with stewed fruit, almonds, citrus or aromatic herbs. 

Picardan is pale straw in color and has aromas of green apple, pear and lemongrass. It is one of the rarest varietals in the world and was at risk of going extinct, until recently when Steve Newsom became one of the largest growers of Picardan in the world. In France, this varietal was used as a blending grape but, Texas grape grower, Steve Newsom, saw its potential and took a risk in 2017. He planted 4 acres of Picardan. He felt the Texas High Plains had the perfect climate to grow this varietal. It turns out he was correct. Our customers love this light bodied varietal that has flavors of apricot, peach and nectarine. International and national judges agree that Picardan is special and we have the medals to prove how good it is. 

This Italian-style wine has a pale lemon hue, with a fruity nose full of banana, mango green grass, and nectarine. The medium body of this wine carries the flavor profile of this varietal and evolves from lemon-lime to a short, fresh orange and rose petal finish. Try this Italian varietal paired with lemon chicken piccata, or spaghetti carbonara.

This Rhone varietal is pale straw in color and has bright aromatic notes of pear with slight notes of honey. It exhibits strong aromas of lemon and keylime combined with strong flavors of citrus and almond. The first sip brings you pear with meyer lemon and ends with a soft finish. Enjoy this variety with a pairing of roasted chicken or veal with a cream sauce.

We love Albarino! This golden colored wine has delightful aromas of orange, red apple, papaya and honeysuckle. It is loved for its high acidity and refreshing citrus flavors. This wine has medium body with pleasant tastes of white peach, grapefruit and minals. Zippy acidity carries the wine through a long finish that makes it a perfect pair for popular foods. Pair this wine with ceviche, fish tacos and creamy pasta dishes.

This Rhone varietal is pale straw in color and has bright aromatic notes of pear with slight notes of honey. It exhibits strong aromas of lemon and keylime combined with strong flavors of citrus and almond. The first sip brings you pear with meyer lemon and ends with a soft finish. Enjoy this variety with a pairing of roasted chicken or veal with a cream sauce.

Originating in the Rhine River region of Europe, we bring you our exciting take on one of the world’s most famous varieties. With perfumed notes of floral, peach, pineapple and apple. This wine finishes with a sweet, crisp acidity that leaves you with a lingering fruity finish. This variety pairs strongly with the majority of white fish, or cheeses such as blue cheese and gouda. The English and Newsom families hope you enjoy this Texas Riesling as much as we did producing it! 

From the U.S. to France and South Africa, Chenin Blanc is one of the most widely recognized and planted varieties of wine grapes. English Newsom Cellars presents this classic wine shared across the world from right here on the Texas High Plains. We hope you enjoy our take on Chenin Blanc. It has an elegant medium golden hue, intense tropical fruit flavors and aromas that range from juicy fruit and orange blossom to banana. This wine is soft with a long-lingering finish and pairs well with strong cheeses, chicken and duck.

With an elegant crystal pink hue, this 100% Mourvèdre rosé has aromatics of dried apricots, bubblegum, honeysuckle, and young strawberries. This wine has a light body and very fresh acidity that leaves the taste of pink grapefruit, sour candy, and remnants of popped corn on the crisp, short finish. Though great on its own, pair this rosé with sushi, shellfish, and mild Mexican food. 

Made popular as in Spain, Mourvedre is a rustic varietal originally rumored to have made its way to Spain by the seafaring Phoenicians in  500 b.c. A light-to-medium bodied red wine Mourvedre has aromas of blackberry, black cherry, black tea, and oak. Across the palate the black fruit flavors are joined by pomegranate and sour cherry with earthy red beet and leather notes. 

Hailing from Italy's Umbria region, Sagrantino grapes are the most tannic grape variety. Aging this wine in oak barrels helps to smooth out these bold tannins and creates the wine's silky texture. With a medium garnet color, pronounced licorice, bourbon, and leather scents quickly overtake the nose. The medium body carries dried cherry, raspberry, brown sugar, and smoked cedar to the palate with a long finish. Due to the highly tannic nature of Sagrantino, this wine ages well and is best decanted before drinking. Akin to a Spanish Rioja, look for food pairings that feature fat and umami; smoked sausages, wild mushrooms, and heavy cheeses all match nicely. Perfect for those who find themselves near a campfire, this wine will comfort the travel-worn explorer or any general consumer who can easily enjoy themselves anywhere.
 

Faring from Southern Tuscany, Montepulciano welcomes all with open arms. Catching your eye with its deep garnet hue, this wine boasts an aromatic bouquet of ripe red fruit, maraschino cherries, and leather. The pallet brightly sings of juicy plum, ripe strawberries, and savory notes of oregano and tobacco, while the pleasantly soft tannins bring it all into a soft finish. This medium bodied wine pairs brilliantly with all of your favorite Italian foods, from pizza and any tomato based pasta.

Music and fine wine are two of life’s sensual pleasures. It is only natural that the two be combined. One sip and this surprisingly light-bodied wine will take you on an intense ride through flavors of dried fruits, prune through caramel, and finish with a dark roast coffee. With deep ruby color, the initial smell brings wet leaves, vanilla, licorice, and cinnamon to the nose with a pronounced deepness. The long finish leaves you wanting another sip as the slight burn of bourbon begins to warm the senses.