Duchman Family Winery – Montepulciano

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USA - TX

Texas High Plains

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The Facts

UPCs 2019 (750ml) - 8 58184 00157 9

Origins USA - TX > Texas High Plains

Appellation Texas High Plains

Varietal Montepulciano

Cepage 100% Montepulciano

Winemaking Harvested from select vineyards on the Texas High Plains at elevations around 3,100 feet, where sandy loam soils and significant diurnal temperature shifts create ideal conditions for developing Montepulciano's complex character. This distinctive Italian variety exemplifies Duchman's commitment to showcasing Mediterranean grapes in Texas terroir. Harvested at optimal ripeness, the grapes are gently processed to preserve their rich varietal expression. Our signature extended aging program—four to five years in a combination of French and American oak barrels (with approximately 10% new oak) followed by at least twelve months of bottle aging before release—allows Montepulciano's naturally robust structure to achieve perfect harmony while preserving its deep fruit character. This patient approach transforms the grape's powerful nature into a wine of remarkable depth, complexity, and aging potential that stands as one of the finest examples of this variety outside of Italy.

Aging 4-5 years in French and American oak, 12 months bottle aging

Alcohol by Volume 14.5%

Markets Texas

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The Character

Overall Deep, Complex, Italian Soul with Texas Swagger

Aromas Black cherry, plum, blackberry, violet, dried herbs, cocoa, leather, tobacco, subtle vanilla

Mouthfeel Full-bodied, velvety tannins, balanced acidity, structured

Tasting Notes Deep ruby-purple with garnet reflections, Duchman Montepulciano presents an enticing aromatic profile of ripe black cherry, plum, and blackberry, complemented by notes of violet, dried Mediterranean herbs, cocoa, and subtle leather. On the palate, this full-bodied wine showcases velvety, well-integrated tannins balanced by moderate acidity—a testament to Dave Reilly's extended aging approach. Layers of dark fruit intermingle with nuances of tobacco, earthy spice, and subtle vanilla from its measured time in oak. The wine culminates in a persistent, complex finish that reveals the distinctive minerality of the Texas High Plains terroir. This remarkable expression demonstrates how this sometimes overlooked Italian variety achieves exceptional character through the marriage of Old World tradition with Texas growing conditions, resulting in one of the most cellar-worthy wines in the Duchman portfolio.

Selling Point Duchman's patience reveals Montepulciano's Texas expression

Pairings Slow-cooked beef, venison, lamb shanks, Texas BBQ brisket, aged cheeses, mushroom-based dishes

The Story

Montepulciano, a noble grape native to central and eastern Italy, particularly in the regions of Abruzzo and Marche, has found an extraordinary second home in the soils of Texas. Unlike its more famous Italian counterparts, Montepulciano is a late-ripening variety with tremendous aging potential—characteristics that make it perfectly suited to the extended growing season of the Texas High Plains.
What distinguishes Duchman's Montepulciano is the harmonious dialogue between this Italian variety and Texas's unique growing conditions, further enhanced by winemaker Dave Reilly's commitment to time-honored aging practices. Cultivated on the High Plains at elevations around 3,100 feet, the grapes develop complex flavors while maintaining crucial acidity in the region's continental climate and sandy loam soils.
Reilly's signature extended aging program allows this wine to mature for 4-5 years in a combination of French and American oak barrels, with only about 10% new oak to preserve the grape's innate character. This patient approach transforms Montepulciano's naturally robust tannins and deep color into a wine of remarkable complexity and elegance. After barrel aging, the wine rests in bottle for at least another 12 months before release, ensuring each vintage achieves its full potential.
Duchman's Montepulciano stands as a testament to the winery's unwavering belief in the compatibility between Mediterranean varieties and Texas terroir. Each bottle embodies their fundamental pillars of patience, authenticity, and connection—showcasing the remarkable capacity for world-class winemaking in the Texas landscape.

About Duchman Family Winery

Producer Story

Founded in 2006 by Drs. Lisa and Stan Duchman, this winery champions Italian and Mediterranean varieties that thrive in Texas. Using 100% Texas grapes, they create wines honoring European traditions while capturing the unique character of Texas terroir.

Producer Story

Founded in 2006 by Drs. Lisa and Stan Duchman, this winery champions Italian and Mediterranean varieties that thrive in Texas. Using 100% Texas grapes, they create wines honoring European traditions while capturing the unique character of Texas terroir.