Known for its Rhone varieties, Pedernales Cellars makes a GSM-style blend called Mélange, because not every vintage produces enough Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre so they might include another grape variety. However, 2020 is the real deal made of 34% Grenache, 33% Syrah and 33% Mourvèdre from the Warren Vineyards and Lahey Vineyards in the Texas High Plains.
This full-bodied red has notes of black cherries, leather, dark chocolate, smoke and hints of licorice. It recently won Gold at the 2024 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.
Available online and at the winery. $38
