# Sangiovese (2022)

- **Producer:** Perissos Vineyard and Winery
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Sangiovese
- **Region:** Texas, United States
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €54
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** cherry, plum, herbaceous, vanilla, cloves, leather, tobacco

## About this wine

Perissos Vineyard and Winery takes its name from the Greek word in Ephesians 3:20, meaning 'exceeding abundantly, beyond what is expected.' Founded by Seth and Laura Martin in Burnet, Texas, the winery is dedicated to crafting handcrafted wines exclusively from 100% Texas-grown fruit. This Sangiovese highlights grapes sourced from high-elevation vineyards in the Texas High Plains AVA, demonstrating the quality and capability of classic Italian varieties in Texan terroir.

## Interesting facts

- Perissos is derived from a Greek word meaning 'exceeding abundantly, beyond what is expected.'
- Made using 100% Texas-grown Sangiovese grapes sourced from the high-altitude Texas High Plains.
- Perissos wines have earned accolades in major national events, such as the San Francisco Chronicle Competition.

## Food pairing

Sangiovese's naturally bright acidity and medium tannin structure make it an outstanding match for savory, fat-rich, and tomato-based dishes. High acidity cuts cleanly through rich meats and cheeses, while perfectly aligning with high-acid tomato sauces often found in traditional Italian cuisine.

## Wine making process

Grapes for this cuvée were harvested from Lahey Vineyards in the high-elevation continental climate of the Texas High Plains AVA. The winemaking begins with temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation to preserve freshness and pure fruit aromas. Following primary fermentation, the wine is aged in a combination of French and American oak barrels to add structure, subtle complexity, and fine integration before bottling.