Carignan
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2025
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted pork tenderloin, grilled lamb chops, duck breast
✨ Technical Specifications
McPherson Cellars, located in Lubbock, Texas, is a cornerstone of the modern Texan wine industry. Founded by winemaker Kim McPherson, the winery honors the legacy of his father, Dr. Clinton 'Doc' McPherson, a legendary university professor and grape-growing pioneer who planted some of the state's first experimental wine grapes in the 1970s. Recognizing that traditional French varieties often struggled in the intense Texas heat, the McPhersons championed warm-climate Mediterranean varieties. This Carignan is a testament to that vision. Sourced from the high-elevation, wind-swept sandy soils of the Texas High Plains AVA, the grapes thrive under intense daytime sun and cool desert nights. The resulting wine is crafted to preserve its vibrant, rustic charm, showcasing bright red fruit, wild herb undertones, and a lively acidity that beautifully reflects the rugged terroir of the High Plains.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1993 by Andrew McPherson, continuing a family winemaking legacy begun in 1968, McPherson Wines is rooted in the picturesque Central Victoria region near Nagambie, Australia. Backed by generations of viticultural dedication, the estate combines state-of-the-art winemaking facilities with sustainably farmed vineyards across the Murray Darling and Goulburn Valley regions. The winery focuses on crafting vibrant, food-friendly, and expressive wines that highlight genuine regional character and accessible quality. McPherson is particularly celebrated for its diverse portfolio spanning elegant Shiraz and rich Cabernet Sauvignon to crisp Chardonnay, aromatic Rhône blends, and fresh Mediterranean varietals.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Carignan