Tasting Notes

APEX 2024:  Estate blend of 36% Mourvèdre, 35% Syrah, 26% Grenache and 4% Alicante Bouschet. Aromas of dark berries, cherry, ripe fruit and spice. Balanced tannins in the finish. Currently ageing in once used France Chêne and Phoenix oak since November, 2024. Peak years 2033 – 2035.

APEX 2023:  Estate blend of 35% Grenache, 33% Mourvèdre and 32% Syrah. Aromas of fig, mocha, jammy strawberry and blueberry, and hints of black pepper on the palate. Full bodied with a heavy tannin structure that slowly tapers off into a lingering finish. Peak years 2033 – 2036. Purchase

APEX 2022:  Blend of 34% estate Syrah, 34% estate Mourvèdre and 32% Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Dell Valley Vineyard near El Paso. Bottled March 25, 2024. This vintage benefits from allowing to breath for a time before drinking. Peak years 2032 – 2034. Purchase

APEX 2019:  Blend of 51% estate Syrah with fruit from the Texas High Plains AVA, including 23% Mourvèdre, 16% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Tempranillo. Aged in a combination of 25% French oak and 75% American oak. Bottled January 13, 2021. Aromas of dark berries, walnuts, molasses, leather and tobacco, well structured tannins and good balance. Peak years 2024 – 2027.

APEX 2018:  Rhône style blend of 51% Syrah, 33% Carignan, 11% Mourvèdre and co-fermented with 5% estate Roussanne. Aged in a combination of 85% French and 15% American oak. Aromas of mocha, plum, black current and strawberry with tones of spice, black olive and blueberry. Medium body with smooth, lean tannins. Peak years 2022 – 2024.

APEX 2017:  100% estate grown, field blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Carignan, Dolcetto and Roussanne. Aged in Côtes Du Rhône toasted French barrels which adds to the lively, fruity expression of this unique wine. Light in color with medium body. Aromas of blueberry, violets, caramel and ruby red grapefruit, with overtones of black pepper, molasses and black olive, and light hints of Mesquite, pear and kiwi. Even tannin structure with a nice mid-palate and finish. Peak years 2024 – 2027.

APEX 2016:  Estate blend of 49% Syrah, 22% Grenache, 10% Carignan, 10% Mourvèdre and 9% Roussanne. Light in color and body, similar to a classic Pinot Noir, although extremely complex. Aged 6 months in TW Boswell Côtes du Rhône medium-plus toast oak barrels. Aromas of blueberry muffin, cocoa bean and mango, with overtones of terroir driven cherry and sweet peppers. Lighter aromas of potpourri, cloves and allspice with hints of Meyer lemon and melon. Well structured, lean tannins throughout the palate with medium-plus acidity and an elevated glycerin level resulting in an exquisite mouth-feel. Very pleasant, lingering finish. Peak years 2023 – 2026.

CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2022:  Grapes sourced from Dell Valley Vineyard in Hudspeth County near El Paso. Barrel aged in new and neutral French oak. Harvested October 3, 2022, bottled May 8, 2024. Aromas of tobacco, plum and pomegranate. Lean tannins with moderate acidity. Peak years 2030 – 2032. Purchase.

CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2021:  Grapes sourced from Paka Vineyards and Six Harts Vineyards, both in the Texas High Plains AVA. Harvested September 3 and September 16, 2021, respectively. Aged eight months in French oak. Bottled September 26, 2022. Aromas of cassis, plum, fennel and tones of vanilla, tobacco and green pepper. Aggressive tannins with good acidity. Peak years 2028 – 2032.

CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2019:  Grapes sourced from Six Harts Vineyards, Texas High Plains AVA. Harvested September 4, 2019, bottled July 30, 2020. Aromas of raspberry, currant, red plum, blueberry, molasses and brown sugar with hints of fennel and vanilla bean. Full bodied with aggressive tannins and very good age-ability. Peak years 2023 – 2027.

CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018:  Grapes sourced from Six Harts Vineyard, Texas High Plains AVA. Harvested September 1, 2018. Aged eight months with 100% French oak staves. Bottled October 15, 2019. Deep, intense color with aromas of black cherry, currant and plum with tones of baking spices, anise and hints of graphite. Rich bold flavors and high tannin content lend well to long term aging. Peak years 2030 – 2033.

CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017:  Estate. Hand harvested on September 16, 2017. This is the last vintage of Cabernet Sauvignon from the original block planted in 1999. The vines were removed in 2018 as part of our replanting project which we began in 2012, replacing trellis and irrigation systems, with 7×5 and 7×4 foot spacing and adding subterranean, along with above-ground irrigation. Aromas of black cherry, currant and blackberry with subtle notes of white pepper, vanilla bean, violets and chocolate. Well structured tannins, flavors, and a long finish. Peak years 2023 – 2025.

CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016:  From our original block planted in 1999, this vintage has aromas of black cherry, currant and blackberry with subtle notes of white pepper, vanilla bean and violets with hints of fennel and chocolate. An elevated glycerol level and well structured tannins lends to an excellent mouth-feel with exquisite balance and flavor. Peak years 2022 – 2025.

CABERNET SAUVIGNON RESERVE 2019:  Grapes sourced from Six Harts Vineyards, Texas High Plains AVA. Harvested September 4, 2019, bottled December 2, 2021. Twenty one months in three year French oak barrels. Aromas of black cherry, currant, suede leather and blackberry. Well structured with medium tannins and good age-ability. Peak years 2029 – 2032.

CHARDONNAY 2024:  Estate. Hand harvested July 31. 75% barrel fermented and aged sur lie bâttonage style in new Phoenix French oak three months, blended with 25% stainless. Bottled May 14, 2025. Aromas of orange blossom, apricot, apple, Bartlett pear, cantaloupe and buttery notes. Excellent mouthfeel and finish.  Gold medal and Class Champion, 2026 Texas International Wine Competition. Peak years 2030 – 2032. Purchase

CHARDONNAY 2023:  Estate. Fermented with French oak staves and aged sur lie four months. Aromas of pineapple, stone fruit and ripe citrus with tones of Meyer lemon and butter toffee. Aromas translate to the palate seamlessly, with an underlay of minerality and balanced acidity. Peak years 2029 – 2031.

CHARDONNAY 2022:  Estate. Fermented and aged with French oak staves. Aromas of ripe golden apple, white peach and apricot, with hints of light oak notes. Nice silky texture with flavors of citrus and stone fruit. Good acid balance lends to a long finish with notes of minerality and spice. Peak years 2028 – 2030.

CHARDONNAY 2019:  Estate. Hand harvested August 19, 2019. Aged sur lie five months with French oak staves. Bottled July 30, 2020. Sweet aromas of sugar cookie and snickerdoodle, vanilla and butter that blossoms into subtle hints of white peach and white nectarine, with undertones of beeswax and wet rocks. Perfectly balanced with excellent oak integration. Gold medal and Texas Class Champion, 2022 Houston Rodeo Uncorked International Wine Competition. Gold medal, 2022 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo International Wine Competition. Gold medal, 2022 Lone Star International Wine Competition. Peak years 2025 – 2027.

CHARDONNAY 2017:  Estate. Hand harvested August 5. Aged sur lie nine months and bottled on July 22, 2018. Aromas of butterscotch, honeydew melon and water chestnut with undertones of almond, vanilla bean and pear. Subtle, buttery mouth-feel and viscosity. Very well balanced. Texas Class Champion, 2021 Houston Rodeo Uncorked International Wine Competition. Silver medal 2020 San Francisco International Wine Competition.

CHARDONNAY 2016:  Estate. Hand harvested August 6. 2016 was a bountiful year even though we had an early bud burst on March 1. The lack of a late spring frost allowed all of the buds to go full term and give us nearly 6 tons of high quality fruit. Aromas of butterscotch and apple with undertones of almond, vanilla and jasmine. Texas Class Champion, 2019 Houston Rodeo Uncorked International Wine Competition. Peak years 2019 – 2025.

CHARDONNAY 2015:  Estate. Texas Class Champion, 2017 Houston Rodeo Uncorked International Wine Competition. Aromas of melon, apple, mandarin orange, pineapple and wet stone, with undertones of honey and caramel present on the palate. Subtle creaminess and full, rounded mouth-feel. Peak years 2018 – 2026

CHARDONNAY RESERVE 2024:  Estate. Hand harvested July 31, 2024. Fermented and aged sur lie, bâttonage style in new Phoenix French oak two months, then aged sur lie in once used Tonnellerie de Marsannay barrels for nine months. Aromas of orange, dried hemp and hints of butterscotch. Peak years 2030 – 2033. Purchase.

CHARDONNAY RESERVE 2023: 100% estate, hand harvested August 5, 2023. Fermented batônage style in new France Chêne barrels. Aged sur lie in barrel five months. Complex aromas of peach, toasted coconut and pineapple with hints of butter, Meyer lemon, and clove. Flavors of stone fruit, vanilla and Meyer lemon with a good acid and alcohol balance and a lingering finish. Peak years 2029 – 2032.

CHARDONNAY RESERVE 2022:  100% estate, hand harvested. Barrel fermented batônage style in new French Chêne medium toast barrels. Aged sur lie in barrel four months. Rich aromas of vanillla, peach and tangerine with a hint of mango accompanied by notes of pineapple, toasted bread and a subtle nuttiness. Full bodied with a slightly creamy mouthfeel and great acid balance. Flavors of stone fruit, vanilla and a hint of butter. Peak years 2029 – 2032.

CHARDONNAY RESERVE 2018:  Estate. Hand harvested August 11, 2018. Free-run juice, fermented bâtonnage style and aged sur lie seven months in new TW Boswell Côtes du Rhône medium-plus toast oak barrels. Aromas of honeydew melon, dark chocolate salted caramel, gala apple and Asian pear with hints of crème brûlée and honeysuckle. Aromas translate directly to the palate with a very nice balance and finish. Peak: 2025 – 2029. Purchase

CHARDONNAY RESERVE 2017:  Estate. Hand harvested August 5, 2017, bottled July 31, 2018. 100% free run, produced in the old-world style: barrel fermented bâttonage and aged sur lie in new French oak for eight months. Aromas of dates, salted caramel and praline with hints of lemon balm and apple blossom. Round mouth-feel with a great acid and glycerol balance. Long finish. Silver medal 2020 San Francisco International Wine Competition.

CHARDONNAY RESERVE 2016:  Estate. Produced in the old-world style, this Burgundian varietal was fermented using the bâttonage method in new, medium-toasted French oak and aged eight months sur lie. Aromas of pear, honeydew melon and vanilla bean with notes of almond, praline and a hint of crème brûlée. Round mouth-feel with a lingering finish.

COUNTY LINE RED 2017:  A collaboration between winemakers, Grayson Davies of Arché, which is in Montague County and Patrick Whitehead of Blue Ostrich Winery & Vineyard, which is in Cooke County. Blend of 50% Arché estate Syrah and 50% Blue Ostrich estate Cabernet Sauvignon. Aromas of mocha, plum, red currant, black pepper, licorice, blueberry, sage, cinnamon and violets.

COUNTY LINE WHITE 2022: Our second collaboration with Blue Ostrich Winery & Vineyard. Blend of 50% estate Arche Chardonnay with 50% Blue Ostrich estate Viognier. Peak years 2026 – 2028.

CUVÉE 2021:  Blend of 34% Merlot, 33% Mourvèdre, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and13% Dolcetto. Grapes sourced from the Texas High Plains AVA. Harvest dates from August 28 to October 10, 2021. Bottled September 26, 2022. Dark fruit aromas of blackcurrant and plum with earthy notes of wet stone, layers of herbal notes and undertones of vanilla. Full-bodied with good structure. Peak years 2028 – 2032.

DOLCETTO 2021:  Grapes sourced from Diamante Doble Vineyards in the Texas High Plains AVA. Harvested August 27, 2021. Six months with a mix of 50% American and 50% French oak staves. Bottled December 26, 2022. Peak years 2025 – 2028. Purchase

DOLCETTO 2020:  Grapes sourced from Diamante Doble Vineyards in the Texas High Plains AVA. Harvested August 27, 2020. Aged twelve months in once used French oak. Bottled December 22, 2021. Overtones of fennel and star anise with aromas of plum, blackberry, violets and a hint of earthiness. Medium bodied with good acid and tannin balance. Peak years 2024 – 2027.

GRENACHE 2024:  Estate. Hand harvested August 24, 2024. Notes of leather, tobacco and cherry. Fruit forward. Currently ageing in new Phoenix French oak since January, 2025.

MERLOT 2021:  Grapes sourced from Paka Vineyards in the Texas High Plains AVA. Harvested September 3, 2021. Aged six months in once used French oak. Bottled September 26, 2022. Full bodied with aromas of blackberries, baked black cherry, plum and undertones of mocha and dark chocolate. Flavors reminiscent of cherry, dark chocolate and boysenberry. Good acidity and tannin structure. Peak years 2029 – 2033.

MOURVÈDRE 2024:  Estate, hand harvested September 11, 2024. Aging in new Phoenix French oak since January, 2025. Aromas of leather, smoked jerky, dried blackberries and bing cherry. Forward tannins.

MOURVÈDRE 2023:  Estate, hand harvested September 2, 2023. Eighteen months in once used France Chêne oak. Bottled June 25, 2025.

MOURVÈDRE 2022:  Estate, hand harvested September 10, 2022. Aged in a combination of new and used France Chêne barrels. Bottled May 8, 2024. Aromas of blueberry, plum and violet, with meaty undertones. Flavors that translate well from the aromas. Smooth tannin structure and good acid results in a remarkably well balanced wine. Peak years 2031 – 2034.

MOURVÈDRE 2021:   Grapes sourced from the Diamante Doble and Gillmore Brothers vineyards in the Texas High Plains AVA. Aged six months with French oak staves. Bottled September 26, 2022. Aromas of blackberry, roasted plum and black pepper with undertones of smoke, leather, jerky and hints of violet. Tastes of dried blackberry and currant. Medium body and acidity with a pleasant tannin structure. Peak years 2026 – 2029. Purchase

MOURVÈDRE 2020:  Grapes sourced from the Gilmore Brothers Vineyard located in the Texas High Plains AVA. Aged twelve months in French oak, offering great tannin structure and mid-palate. Aromas of mocha, caramel, black cherry, plum and blackberry jam with undertones of violets, black pepper and allspice. The balanced acidity and tannin structure lends to an age-able wine. Peak years 2025 – 2028.

MOURVÈDRE 2019:  Grapes sourced from Buena Suerte Vineyards, Texas High Plains AVA. Harvested October 15, 2019. Eleven months in French oak. Bottled January 13, 2021. Meaty, savory aromas with overtones of chocolate covered strawberries, plum, blueberry and black pepper, with hints of violet. Medium bodied with good tannin and acid balance, and viscosity that creates a lingering finish. The aromas translate nicely to the palate. Peak years: 2024 – 2026.

PORTEJAS 2021:  Texas High Plains AVA blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Mourvèdre and Texas brandy, barrel aged four years. Bottled March 31, 2026.

PORTEJAS 2019:  100% Tempranillo sourced from the Bayer Family Vineyards in the Texas High Plains AVA. Fortified with Texas distilled brandy and aged in French oak for 2 years.

PORTEJAS 2014:  Tempranillo Port with aromas of mocha, leather, tobacco, potpourri, cloves and strawberries. Flavors of berries and mocha with a long finish. Moderate sweetness. Aged 29 months in French oak barrel.

PRECEDENCE 2024:  Estate blend of 73% Roussanne, 20% Viognier and 7% Marsanne. Co-fermented and aged three months in new France Chêne oak. Aromas of spice, leather, Meyer lemon and nectarine.

PRECEDENCE 2023:  Estate, field blend of 63% Roussanne, 25% Marsanne and 12% Viognier. Aromas of leather, limestone and Meyer lemon. Well balanced with a subtle tannin structure and a satisfying acidic finish that slowly tails off. Light tropical notes along with apricot, nectarine and sweet oak characteristics. Peak years 2028 – 2030. Purchase.

PRECEDENCE 2022:  Estate, field blend of 74% Roussanne, 18% Marsanne and 8% Viognier. Aromas of leather, limestone and wet gravel. Subtle floral notes along with Meyer lemon and peach. Well balanced with a subtle tannin structure and a long, lingering finish that slowly tails off. Light tropical notes along with apricot, nectarine and sweet oak characteristics. The oak is well integrated providing an undertone of caramel in the finish. Gold medal, 2026 Texas International Wine Competition. Peak years 2025 – 2028. Purchase

PRECEDENCE 2019:  Estate, field blend of 73% Roussanne, 6% Marsanne and 5% Moscato Giallo with 16% Chardonnay blended in after primary fermentation. Hand harvested on August 18 and 19, 2019. Aged sur lie with French oak for eleven months. Bottled July 30, 2020. Aromas of pear, apricot and a touch of peach, toasted coconut and vanilla bean. Hints of dried apple chips and light floral notes. Full bodied with good structure, balance and long finish. Silver medal, Lone Star Texas Wine Competition. Serve at room temperature. Peak years 2024 – 2027.

PRECEDENCE 2018:  Estate grown 80% Roussanne, 5% Viognier, 5% Muscato Giallo and 3% Marsanne hand harvested and field blended August 4, 2018. Blended with 7% estate Chardonnay, hand harvested August 11, 2018. Aged sur lie with 60% French oak and 40% American oak. Aromas of butterscotch, apricot, cantaloupe and blood orange with floral overtones and a hint of nutmeg and molasses.

PRECEDENCE 2017:  Estate. Field blend of 62% Roussanne, 12% Marsanne and 12% Viognier hand harvested on August 5 with 14% Chardonnay added after fermentation. Aromatic with hints of butterscotch, star fruit and honeydew melon. Well balanced with a long finish. Gold medal, 2020 Houston Rodeo Uncorked International Wine Competition.

ROUSSANNE 2024:  Estate. Hand harvested August 10, 2024. Bottled May 14, 2025. Aromas of honeysuckle, fresh thyme and honeydew melon. Peak years 2030 – 2034.

ROUSSANNE 2023  Estate. Hand harvest August 8, 2023. Bottled May 29, 2024. Fruit forward with aromas of apricot, starfruit, light floral notes and hints of minerality. Aromas translate directly to the palate. Nice balance of acid and fruit character. A nice long finish makes it a wine to appreciate on its own. Peak years 2030 – 2033. Purchase

ROUSSANNE 2021:  Estate. Hand harvested August 28, 2021. Bottled July 14, 2022. Aromas of white peach, pear and apricot with tones of beeswax and chamomile. Full bodied with good acidity and a lingering finish. Peak drinking years 2023-2024.

ROUSSANNE 2014:  Fruit sourced from Oswald Vineyards, Texas High Plains. Full-bodied Rhône-style, textbook Roussanne with honeyed richness. Complex aromas of honeysuckle, nectarine and apricot with undertones of white pepper. Aromatic profile translates directly to flavors on the palate. The macerated fruit lends itself to a rich, rounded mouth-feel with nice acidity balancing the grape’s typical oily viscosity. Long and elegant on the finish. 90 points, gold medal, 2016 San Francisco International Wine Competition. Rated one of the Top 10 Texas Roussannes by the Texas Wine Journal.

ROUSSANNE DESSERT 2015:  Dessert style wine, made from Roussanne grapes sourced from the Oswald Family Vineyards in the Texas High Plains AVA. Fortified with 115 proof barrel aged brandy. Aged 12 months with French oak staves.

ROUSSANNE RESERVE 2023:  Estate. Hand harvested August 8, 2023. Barrel fermented sur lie and aged bâttonage style in new France Chêne barrels five months. Bottled April 16, 2024.

ROUSSANNE RESERVE 2022:  Estate. Hand harvested July 30, 2022. Barrel fermented and aged sur lie four months in new France Chêne barrels. Bottled July 12, 2023. Purchase

ROUSSANNE RESERVE 2019:  Estate. Hand harvested August 18, 2019. Barrel fermented and aged sur lie in new Garbellotto barrels four months. An intriguing complexity of aromas, including apricots, white peach and Meyer lemon, with tones of beeswax and brioche with a hint of chamomile and caramel. Exquisite balance of acidity and alcohol. Very nice lingering finish. Great aging potential. Peak drinking years: 2026 – 2030.

RYAN’S RED 2024:  Blend of 57% Cabernet Sauvignon from Dell Valley Vineyards and 43% estate Syrah. Aromas of ripe plum, cinnamon and amaretto. Full tannins and graphite on the finish. Ageing in once used France Chêne barrels since November, 2024.

RYAN’S RED 2022:  Blend of 66% Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Del Valley Vineyard and 34% estate grown Syrah. Aged 16 months in a combination of new and neutral French oak barrels. Bottled March 25, 2024. Aromas of red fruit, raspberry and currant with tones of cocoa and a hint of amaretto, overlaid with gravel and savory notes. Minerality on the palate and flavors of cooked rhubarb. Good tannin and acid balance. Peak years 2030 – 2033.

RYAN’S RED 2021:  Our commemorative 15 year anniversary wine. A blend of 66% Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from the Texas High Plains AVA and 34% estate grown Syrah. Rich aromas of red fruit, including cherry and currant, with overtones of chocolate, blackberry, black pepper and spice. Aromas translate well to the palate. Aged ten months in new French oak contributing to a good tannin structure giving this vintage excellent age-ability. Peak years 2026 – 2030.

RYAN’S RED 2017:  Estate grown 66% Syrah and 34% Cabernet Sauvignon blend. Aromas of smoked meat, black currant, blackberry, blueberry and pepper, with overtones of clove, vanilla, olive, tobacco and spice. Medium-bodied with good integration of fruit, oak and tannins.

RYAN’S RED 2016:  Blend estate Cabernet Sauvignon, 69%, and Syrah, 31%. Aromas of Bing cherry, violets, plum, blueberry and mocha. The flavors are well integrated with the oak, with more intensity from the fruit. Smooth mouth-feel and very well balanced.

SYRAH 2022:  100% estate blend of 95% Syrah and 5% Viognier co-fermented in the Côte-Rôtie style. Aged in a combination of new France Chêne and used TW Boswell Côtes du Rhône barrels. Aromas of cigar box, black pepper and Bing cherry with layers of dark fruit and a hint of leather. Good structure and acidity with a savory undertone that translates to the palate. Peak years 2031 – 2034.

SYRAH 2018:  Harvested August 19 at Ratliff Ranch and Vineyard in Wise County, located one hour south of Arché. Aged with 80% French and 20% American oak staves. Bottled October 15, 2019. Aromas of bacon, leather, white pepper, Luxardo Maraschino cherry, dark chocolate covered acai berry, hints of violet and tones of vanilla, clove and allspice. Great mouth-feel with good balance and viscosity with lean tannins present throughout the palate. Peak years 2023 – 2028.

SYRAH 2017: 100% estate grown, hand harvested on September 2, 2017 and field blended with 4% Viognier. Subtle aromas of leather, bacon fat, violets, black cherry and blueberry with black pepper and umami being more pronounced, followed by cedar and cigar box. The aromas translate perfectly to the palate, along with nice lean tannins and a lingering finish. Peak years 2021 – 2026.

SYRAH 2016:  Estate. Complex aromas of bacon, chocolate, blueberry and black pepper that translate subtly to the mid-palate. A very elegant, well structured and approachable wine. Texas Class Champion, 2019 Houston Rodeo Uncorked International Wine Competition. Peak years 2020 – 2026.

SYRAH 2015:  Estate. Gold medal 2017 Lone Star International Wine Competition. Old-world style Syrah similar to wines of Côte Rôtie in northern Rhône: 95% Syrah; 5% Viognier. Aromas of black currant, raspberry, violet, and chocolate molé along with hints of hickory, bacon fat, white pepper and smoke. Full-bodied with a good balance of acidity and alcohol with fine-grained tannins throughout the palate.

SYRAH RESERVE 2024:  Estate. Hand harvested between August 20 and August 27, 2024. Aromas of leather, dark cherry, rhubarb and cola. Blackberry midpalate, black pepper finish. Ageing in once used France Chêne barrels since November, 2024.

SYRAH RESERVE 2023:  Estate. Hand harvested August 17, 2023. Aged 18 months in once used France Chêne barrels. Bottled June 25, 2025. Aromas of robust black pepper, ripe red plum and Bing cherry. Balanced acidity and good tannin structure. Purchase.

SYRAH RESERVE 2022:  Estate. Hand harvested August 13, 2022. Aged in 50% new and 50% neutral French barrels for sixteen months. Bottled May 8, 2024. Aromas of black cherry, black currant and raspberry with undertones of leather and white pepper. Smooth tannins with good mid-palate and a finish that slowly tapers off. Peak years 2030 – 2033.

SYRAH RESERVE 2018:  Estate. Hand harvested August 18, 2018. Field blended and co-fermented with 3% estate Viognier, in the traditional Côte Rôtie style. This blend brings layers of elegance, balance and aromatic dimension. Aromas of Luxardo Maraschino cherry, black currant, raspberry and violet with hints of coffee, chocolate and white pepper. Barrel aged in new TW Boswell Côtes du Rhône barrels nine months giving this wine a smooth tannin balance with a lovely mid-palate and flavors that lead to a lingering finish. Peak years 2023 – 2029.

TEMPRANILLO 2019:  Harvested September 23, 2019 at Bayer Family Vineyards in the Texas High Plains AVA. Aged with 75% American and 25% French oak staves. Bottled July 30, 2020. Aromas of rhubarb, strawberry, baking spices, Chinese five spice, cranberry, a hint of peach and undertones of molasses.

TEMPRANILLO 2016:  Medium-bodied Spanish variety bolstered with the addition of 10% estate Cabernet Sauvignon. The Tempranillo grapes were sourced from Bayer Family Vineyards in Terry County, giving it the Texas High Plains AVA. Aromas of plum, dried fig and sweet vanilla with overtones of tobacco and cedar, with hints of clove and dill. Flavors of cherry with a touch of leather, and medium acidity that delights the palate. Well structured tannin profile that lingers on the finish. Good aging potential.

TEXAS ROSE 2025:  Dry saignée rosé blend of 42% Cabernet Sauvignon from Lahey Vineyards in the Texas High Plains AVA, and estate grown varieties: 33% Mourvèdre, 13% Syrah and 12% Grenache. Aromas of Honeydew melon and rose petals. Flavors of watermelon, fresh strawberry, hibiscus, and touches of grapefruit and white peach. Label artwork by Donna Howell-Sickles. Peak years 2026 – 2027.

TEXAS ROSE 2024:  Dry rosé produced by the saignée method. Blend of estate Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache Noir, and Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Bingham Vineyards in the Texas High Planes AVA. Bottled March 26, 2025. Light peach hue. Aromas of peach and strawberry with hints of grapefruit. Well balanced with a crisp, clean finish. Label artwork by Donna Howell-Sickles. Peak years 2025 – 2026.

TEXAS ROSE 2023:  100% estate grown, dry rosé produced by the saignée method. Blend of Syrah, Mourvèdre and Grenache Noir. Very light peach hue. Delicate aromas of peach and strawberry with hints of tangerine and grapefruit. Well balanced with a crisp, clean finish. Label artwork by Donna Howell Sickles. Peak years 2024 – 2025.

TEXAS ROSE 2021:  Crisp, dry rosé produced by the saignée method. Blend of Merlot, Mourvèdre, Cabernet Sauvignon and Dolcetto. Beautiful color and aromas of fresh fruit with floral notes. Balanced acidity and finish. Label artwork by Donna Howell-Sickles. Peak years 2022 – 2023.

TEXAS ROSE 2019:  Dry rosé blend of 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Tempranillo, 18% Mourvèdre and 8% estate Syrah. Saignée occurred during fruit processing resulting in a pale coral hue with minimal tannin extraction beguiling an assertive, complex aroma and dry flavor palate. Aromas almost too numerous to mention include peach, nectarine, red plum and strawberry with hints of blood orange, cherry, hibiscus, green peppercorn and watermelon. Label artwork by Donna Howell-Sickles. Peak years 2020 – 2021.

TEXAS ROSE 2018:  Blend of our estate grown Syrah, Ratliff Ranch Syrah in Wise County and Cabernet Sauvignon from Six Harts Vineyard in the Texas High Plains AVA. Produced using the saignée method resulting in a light, blush color. Very fragrant with aromas of strawberry, apple, persimmon, tangerine and candied fruit. Refreshing, light and crisp on the palate. Label artwork by Donna Howell-Sickles. Peak years 2019 – 2020.

TEXAS ROSE 2017:  This dry rosé is a blend of our estate grown Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon produced using the saignée method. Crisp, dry and fragrant with loads of fresh berries and citrus notes. Excellent balance and a refreshing, light, crisp finish. Label artwork by Donna Howell-Sickles. Peak years 2018 – 2019.

TRUE FRIENDS 2024:  Estate blend of 51% Roussanne and 49% Chardonnay. Cellar blended after oak ageing three months in new France Chêne barrels. Light-Medium body, with aromas of pear, apricot, and blood orange with floral notes of hibiscus and mineral undertones. The Chardonnay shines through with delightful acidity and slight creaminess. Long lingering finish. Purchase

TRUE FRIENDS 2022:  Estate blend of 66% Chardonnay, 25% Roussanne, 6% Marsanne and 3% Viognier. Aged six months sur lie with convection toasted French oak. Bottled May 24, 2023. Aromas of fresh apricot, Meyer lemon and white peach with tones of sweet caramel and green apple, and hints of crème brûlé and wet gravel. Refreshing balance on the palate with flavors of stone fruit and vanilla bean. Very subtle peppery finish. Peak years 2026 – 2029.

TRUE FRIENDS 2020:  Estate blend of 80% Chardonnay and 20% Roussanne. Hand harvested and field blended August 22, 2020, bottled August 04, 2021. Fermented bâttonage style and aged sur lie ten months. Aromas of apricot, honeydew melon, orange blossom and a hint of caramel. Gold medal, 2021 Lone Star International Wine Competition. Peak years 2028 – 2030.

TRUE FRIENDS 2015:  82% estate Chardonnay and 18% Roussanne sourced from Oswald Vineyards. Aged sur lie for eight months. Aromas of peach, melon, orange blossom and honey with hints of lemon and caramel. Flavors of citrus with savory notes. Texas Class Champion, 2018 Houston Rodeo Uncorked International Wine Competition.

VIOGNIER 2021:  The first and only 100% estate Viognier produced at Arché. Grown during the infamous “Storm Uri” when the vines suffered temperatures down to minus 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Barrel fermented and aged in new TN Cooper French barrel four months. Peak years 2030 – 2033.