Kuhlman Cellars Thanksgiving Wine Review

Nothing beats a good bottle of wine, savored with friends and family over a lovely meal. Which is why I jumped at the opportunity to review the new bundle of Texas wines that Kuhlman Cellars has put together for Thanksgiving. Whether you’re celebrating Friendsgiving, Thanksgiving and/or simply want to find a great Texas wine, check out my Kuhlman Cellars Thanksgiving Wine Review below.

Kuhlman Cellars sent me the Thanksgiving wine trio (a 2018 Hensell rosé, a 2018 Estate White and a 2016 Alluvé red blend) to test. It was a tough job, but I was up for the challenge (and all opinions are my own … plus those of my eager taste-testing helpers).

Kuhlman Cellars Thanksgiving Trio of Texas Wines

One of the best things about having adult children is that they can join in things like Kitchen Gone Rogue’s wine-testing fun when they are home. My daughter and her friend visited at the perfect time this past weekend. We made a pre-Thanksgiving snack board and sampled the three wines together.

Cheers with Kuhlman Cellars White Estate Wine in glasses

Kuhlman Cellars Hensell Rosé

First, we sampled the rosé. Of all the wine varieties available in the world, rosé is the one I typically opt for the least. It’s often a little too sweet for my preference and/or has a bite that lingers in my mouth.

Kuhlman Cellars rose hensell wine with white and red bottles_Kitchen Gone Rogue

So I was PLEASANTLY surprised by Kuhlman Cellar’s 2018 Hensell rosé and wouldn’t hesitate to drink it again for any occasion.

All three of us truly enjoyed this lovely wine. It smelled wonderful and tasted delicious, with only a moderate level of sweetness and a really nice finish that wasn’t too acidic. It paired well with our crackers, dips and other appetizers.

Kuhlman Cellars says on its website: “The nose is very nice with red berries such as cassis and sweet violet aromas. In the mouth the wine is soft with great roundness in the mid palate and a medium acidity lingering in the finish.”

Kuhlmination Estate White Wine

Next, we tried the 2018 Kuhlmination Estate White. It won a Gold Medal in the 2018 Lone Star International Wine Competition and is a blend of Marsanne and Roussanne — 100% from the Estate Vineyard, harvested at the end of July 2018.

In describing this wine, Kuhlman Cellars says: “Aromas of jasmine flower and fresh white peaches invite the mouthwatering acidity combined with honeysuckle and lemon drop flavors.”

We also enjoyed this white wine. It’s crisp with a slightly floral and fruity taste. It wasn’t too sweet or too tart, and it went well with salty crackers, cheese and other snacks we made. For Thanksgiving day, it will pair perfectly with turkey and all the traditional sides. It’s also a wine I’d enjoy in the summer months!

2016 Kuhlman Cellars Alluvé Red

Finally, we tried the Kuhlman Cellars proprietary red blend called Alluvé.

It’s made with 28% Malbec, 24% Mourvedre, 21% Carignan, 12% Tempranillo, 10% Zinfandel and 5% Petite Sirah. Kuhlman Cellars writes of the Alluvé: “With notes of bright red fruit, bramble, anise, and thyme, this light and elegant wine is reflective of the unique Texas Terroir.”

It has also become one of Kuhlman Cellars most popular red blends — and we can taste why. We LOVED this complex, velvety wine, and we will definitely be ordering a bottle (or two) for Thanksgiving to serve with heavier side dishes plus desserts!

Kuhlman Cellars Alluve Red Wine Blend Review from Kitchen Gone Rogue

The Alluvé red is considered an “everyday drinking wine.” We agree, but we also think it’s a special occasion drinking wine — perfect for any holiday or other celebration.