Tulares Valley

Varietal: Red Blend
ABV: 14.6%
Winemaker: Joe Otos
MSRP: $18.00

In 2013, Northern California experienced one of the most ideal growing seasons the state has seen this decade. For Tulares Valley, our latest Heritage red wine, we wanted to highlight the grapes from this season and turned to Joe Otos, a master California blends, to give our members a tour of this remarkable section of Wine Country.

REGION:

This heritage red wine is derived from 7 different and diverse California appellations in and around the Tulares Valley. 2013 was an incredible growing season for California, without any major fluctuations in weather or temperature. The resulting fruit from produced yields with concentrated flavors and mature tannins perfect for a layered, complex red wine.

WINEMAKER:

Joe Otos is a genius of California wine, creating blends that convey the unique identity of each of the state’s finest appellations. With over 25 gold medals to his name in the past year alone, Joe’s deep knowledge of California’s distinct microclimates and terroirs is evident in every sip.

TASTING NOTES:

Tulares Valley 2013 Heritage Red is full of personality, opening with floral aromas of violet balanced by the red fruit flavors of Bing cherry. French oak aging provides nuanced layers of spice and tobacco leaf. Tulares is intensely flavorful and full-bodied with a strong and lingering finish.