Grapes grown by Sheehan Winery at the Spiritus Vineyard in Albuquerque’s South Valley,

Silver Medal Winner 2023 NM State Wine Competition

Powerful, structured, and deeply expressive, this single-vineyard Mourvèdre from Spiritus Vineyard showcases the remarkable intensity of estate-grown fruit from Albuquerque's historic South Valley. Located just a short walk from the winery, the vineyard produces a wine of exceptional concentration and character. Lifted aromas of sweet baking spice, ripe raspberry, plum, and sweet tobacco lead into a rich, layered palate of red cherry compote, dark plum, and supple new leather. Notes of cedar, cracked pepper, and savory herbs unfold with each sip, while polished tannins and vibrant natural acidity provide outstanding balance and age-worthy structure. Bold yet refined, this Mourvèdre finishes long with lingering sweet spice, dark fruit, and earthy complexity.

Appearance:

Deep garnet with ruby highlights and exceptional clarity, reflecting richness, concentration, and depth.

Nose:

Complex and lifted, revealing sweet baking spice, ripe raspberry, plum, and sweet tobacco layered with hints of cedar, violet, and subtle earthy notes.

Palate:

Dry and full-bodied, with concentrated flavors of red cherry compote, dark plum, and blackberry. Layers of new leather, cracked pepper, savory herbs, and warm spice create remarkable depth and complexity.

Structure:

Full-bodied with firm, polished tannins and vibrant natural acidity. Powerful and beautifully structured, the wine possesses exceptional balance and the ability to develop gracefully with age.

Finish:

Long, rich, and beautifully persistent, lingering with red cherry, sweet spice, tobacco, leather, and a refined mineral character.

Food Pairings:

Crafted by Sheehan Winery from estate-grown fruit at the Spiritus Vineyard in Albuquerque's South Valley, just steps from the winery, this single-vineyard Mourvèdre is a bold expression of place and craftsmanship. Pair with smoked brisket, braised lamb shanks, grilled ribeye, duck confit, roasted game, or aged Manchego and Gouda. Its powerful structure and layered complexity make it an outstanding wine for both the table and the cellar.