Las Jaras 'Glou Glou' Red Blend, Mendocino County, California

Pizza grease on your fingers and smoke curling off the grill set the mood as 2024 Las Jaras Glou Glou snaps to attention with pure, joyful momentum. Built for long summer days and easy laughter, this is a red that prioritizes refreshment, generosity, and unfussy pleasure while still delivering real depth under the hood.

Product Details:

• Winemakers/ Owners: Joel Burt and Eric Wareheim
• Varietal Blend: 53% Zinfandel, 34% Carignan, 7% Petite Sirah, 6% Grenache
• Farming: Organically farmed vineyards
• Vineyards: Gary Venturi Vineyard; Frei Vineyard
• Vinification Methods: Carbonic maceration, traditional skin maceration, reverse saignée
• Fermentation: Native fermentation
• Aging: Approximately one-third in barrels, remainder in stainless steel tanks
• Fining / Filtration: Filtered, not fined
• Sulphur: Small addition before bottling
• Alcohol: 13.75%
• Total Acidity: 5.66 g/L
• pH: 3.54
• Volatile Acidity: 0.83 g/L
• Residual Sugar: 0.6 g/L
• Total SO2: 41 ppm
• Dissolved CO2: 708 ppm
• Production: 2,700 cases

Sensory Description:

Aromatic notes of black plum, red licorice, and raspberry lead the nose, layered with clove and subtle floral tones of hawthorn. The palate is fleshy and vibrant, bursting with red plum, hibiscus, pomegranate, and cocoa powder. Bright acidity and a playful spice note keep the finish energetic, juicy, and irresistibly drinkable.

Winemaker's Background:

Las Jaras Wines is guided by Joel Burt and Eric Wareheim, whose shared vision centers on energy, balance, and accessibility without sacrificing character. Their Glou Glou series represents the heart of this philosophy, wines designed for real life, real food, and real fun. Through minimal intervention, native fermentations, and creative blending across multiple small lots, Las Jaras crafts wines that feel layered yet relaxed, expressive yet unpretentious.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve slightly chilled to highlight freshness and keep the texture light on its feet. This wine thrives alongside pizza, burgers, tomato-based dishes, and anything touched by the grill, making it an ideal companion for backyard barbecues and casual gatherings.