CHÂTEAU WRIGHT

NASA explored the Southern slope of Blue Mountain in Fort Davis, TX for growing grapes in 1971. Located in the Chihuahuan Desert, The New Blue Mountain Trail Vineyard grows out of the volcanic clay at an elevation of 5,400 feet. Intense sun, dry air and cool days & nights make for a unique flavor concentration. Tasting notes of cherry, plum, tomato, fig, and desert herb with a touch of vanilla and caramel. The beautiful mountain vistas inspired the extraordinary dedication of our winemakers... Major changes in the industry which we are beneficiaries of include the introduction of actual clones of the vines that make our favorite wines and advancement in grape-growing technology. The Perrin Family, in partnership with Robert Haas at Tablas Creek Winery in Paso Robles, CA, brought to the United States the actual clones of the vines from Chateuau Beaucastel in Chateauneuf du Pape. After being held in quanrine for years, growers, such as ourselves, were finally able to purchase these..

Primary location: Fort Davis United States