The Texas High Plains AVA stretches from Amarillo in the north to the New Mexico border and extends just south of Lubbock. Vineyards are located on a high plateau on flat terrain ranging from 3,000 to 4,000 feet above sea level. Jancis Robinson summed it up nicely: “Despite the extreme exposure of this flat region, its soil is deep, calcareous, and fertile, its sunshine brilliant, its night cool (and its winters very cold). Constant wind keeps disease at bay and at night helps cool the vines, which have to combat frost, hail, and high temperatures.” I like to call our farmers “High Plains Hustlers,” and feel this region is one of the best growing environments for Texas grapegrowing, sourcing exclusively from the Texas High Plains AVA.
White wine
100% Verdelho from Moore Family Vineyards, Yoakum County
Red wine
100% Carignan from Lahey Vineyards, Terry County
Rosé wine
Grenache, Cinsault, Counoise from Lahey & Farmhouse Vineyards, Terry County
a note of gratitude.
Las Espinas would not be possible without the help and guidance of my father, Kim McPherson, and his Assistant Winemaker Spenser Igo. Casey Dillon was a patient and calming force behind my label design. Nicola Parisi made all of my ideas and dreams come true with her incredible photography. I’m so grateful for the encouragement and collaboration from Sommelier Nicole Nowlin and Wine Writer Lucy Anderle. And I’m indebted to Victory Wine Group and Siema Wines for believing in me! Lastly, to the High Plains winegrowers whom I’ve worked with and hope to work with in the future—farming in one of the most unforgiving landscapes of all of Texas.
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