Las Jaras 'Slipper Sippers Nouveau' 2024 Mendocino, California

Style 😋: Too easy to drink! Light in body and low in tannin, this has aromas of  blackberries, plums and raspberries bursting out of the glass. Lots more juicy fruit on the palate, perfectly balanced with refreshing acidity.

Producer: Joel Burt and Eric Wareheim

Grape 🍇: 44% Zinfandel, 33% Carignan, 16% Petite Sirah, 7% Vermentino

Place 🌎: Mendocino & Lodi, California 

Story 📖: Since 2015, Joel and Eric have been crafting creative, delicious wines from organic vineyards in Northern California. Their approach is rooted in natural winemaking but also pays homage to the timeless classics of California and beyond. This wine is a fresh take on Beaujolais Nouveau, originally made in France as a preview of the vintage and a way to support winemakers financially. While many Nouveau wines today are uninspired cash grabs, this bottle is a delightful exception—bright, flavorful, and seriously fun. Forget the Duboeuf; this is the nouveau you need.

Pairing 🍽: Soft, mild cheese

Distributor: Jenny & Francois