Wine LibraryLetkeman Family Vineyard
Rebecca Caroline
2024 Pinot Meunier
100% Pinot Meunier
- Vintage2024
- TypeSparkling
- StyleExtra Brut
- AppellationGaines County
- VineyardLetkeman Family Vineyard
- DrinkDrink before 2035
- ServeServe at 45°F
- WinemakerSeth Urbanek
- ABV
- 12%
- TA
- 7.8 g/L
- pH
- 3.33
- Cases Made
- 555
When to drink it
Drinking at its peak - chill wellDrink before 2035
Tasting Notes
The fleshy, red-fruited nature of this wine shows best as it comes up gradually in temperature. Mineral and flinty lees aromas support the pure core, which is the brambly fruit of Pinot Meunier tamed into a deep, polished aroma with a silky frame of fine, yet purposeful bubbles. Dry.
The Vintage
Wet and healthy start to season - Moderate temperatures - Lengthy grape development time
Winemaking
Hand-picked early over 2 days. Pressed fractioned twice and fermented in stainless steel tank. Second fermentation spurred in bottle. Stayed for 18 months on the lees before riddling. Disgorged in February 2026 and resealed after a minimal dosage of 3.00 g/L.
Food Pairing
Savory dishes with richness. Smoked duck breat, mushroom risotto, and aged cheeses.
The Vineyard
Situated just below the Texas High Plains AVA southern border
Sonia and Pedro Letkeman have farmed just south of the High Plains border since 2015. Their 10 acres are on a rocky hillside of caliche and flaky limestone compared to the sandy plains above. Pedro, nicknamed 'Peato', is an innovative and meticulous farmer, actively promotes the Seminole and surrounding community's farming, and makes an amazing chili during harvest!
Vine maturity: 9 years
Soil: Sandy red clay and caliche
Elevation: 3,500 feet
Situated just below the Texas High Plains AVA southern border.