2023 Boxing Rabbit Cuvée

61% Sauvignon Blanc, 31% Chenin Blanc, 8% Semillon

Vintage2023
TypeSparkling
StyleExtra Brut
AppellationTexas High Plains AVA
VineyardBoxing Rabbit Vineyard
DrinkDrink before 2035
ServeServe at 45°F
WinemakerSeth Urbanek

ABV: 12.5%
TA: 8.3 g/L
pH: 3.06
Cases Made: 784

Medals

Selected World's Best Sommeliers' Selection 2026 — One of 115 wines selected

When to drink it

Drinking at its peak - chill wellDrink before 2035

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At its peakDrinking wellWith foodBest for cookingWindows assume cellar storage around 58°F, away from light.

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Tasting Notes

Layered and rich in aroma with concentrated pear and unripe pineapple, freshly whipped cream notes, and a wealth of high-end spices such as saffron and candied ginger. The palate is medium in body with texture and well-balanced acidity. Extra Brut (minimal dosage).

The Vintage

Rain and mild temperatures early - Weeks-long heat spikes - Lean and delicate wines

Winemaking

Hand-picked early over 2 days. Press fractioned twice and fermented separately in 50% stainless steel tank and 50% neutral white oak barrels. Second fermentation spurred in bottle. Stayed 20 months on the lees. Disgorged May 2, 2025, and resealed after a minimal dosage of 2.00 g/L

Food Pairing

classic foods such as caviar or oysters, and cheeses like Brie, Camembert, and Gruyére.

The Vineyard

Planted in 1975 by Andy Martin, the owners define Martin's Vineyard as the oldest continuously running commercial vineyard in Texas. Today, it is called Boxing Rabbit Vineyard and has 30+ acres planted to eleven grape varieties. Current owners Preston and Kelly Alison are reviving these old vines to ensure they can express their maturity through wine.

Vine maturity: 48 years

Soil: Amarillo sandy loam

Elevation: 3,400 feet

Hockley County