Roussanne Marsanne
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2025
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted chicken, grilled sea bass, creamy vegetable risotto
✨ Technical Specifications
Crafted in the rugged terrain of the Texas High Plains, this white blend is a testament to the pioneering spirit of the McPherson family, who helped lay the foundations of the modern Texas wine industry. Recognizing that traditional French varieties struggled in the intense Texas heat, winemaker Kim McPherson championed Rhône grape varieties like Roussanne and Marsanne, which thrive in the region's high-elevation vineyards (sitting at over 3,000 feet), sandy loam soils, and dramatic diurnal temperature shifts. This blend is typically fermented in stainless steel to preserve its vibrant, aromatic profile, combining the rich, textured pear and honeyed notes of Roussanne with the bright acidity and stone fruit elegance of Marsanne.
🍾 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
Roussanne, Marsanne