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Red – Bordeaux Blend

Our Bordeaux blend is deep ruby fading to a garnet rim. The nose is a captivating blend of dark fruits and subtle spice. A complex bouquet of cranberry, and pomegranate are layered with notes of tobacco, cedar, and subtle vanilla. On the palate, this wine is full-bodied and structured with ripe tannins. Flavors of blackberry, black cherry, and cassis are complemented by secondary notes of mocha.

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Classic Red

A distinctive full-bodied Malbec with a deep purple hue and bright magenta rim. Spicy-sweet aromas of ripe cassis and plum layered with subtle notes of black tea and dried raisins entice. Rich black cherry and earthy black tea are balanced by the sweet tang of plum and dried fruits mingle on the palate. A complex and elegant wine that sets the stage for a memorable experience.

Serving Suggestions

Best served at cellar temperature or slightly cooler at 65 degrees.

  • Grilled steak with vegetables on a cutting board
  • Spaghetti with a red sauce on a white plate
  • Squash pairing
  • Plated dish of ravioli with a creamy sauce and greens on a white plate.
  • Blue cheese wedge with figs and grapes on a wooden board

Pairings

Meats like Steak, Lamb and Pork; Heavily Sauced Pastas; With Vegetables like Eggplant or Squash; Dishes With Sage, Rosemary, Cumin; Specialty Cheeses like Blue Cheese, Asiago, Parmesan and Gorgonzola; Chocolate

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Production Details

The grapes are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness. After destemming, the grapes are transferred to stainless-steel tanks, where cold maceration takes place at a temperature of 45 -50°F. Fermentation lasts for 12 to 15 days.

Missing Thorn is made from real wine, then gently de-alcoholized using a low-temperature vacuum distillation process designed to retain as much character from the base wine as possible. But removing alcohol changes a wine. It impacts texture, structure, and palate weight, which is why the work does not stop once the alcohol is gone. Our approach is to thoughtfully rebuild the wine using naturally derived ingredients that bring back dimension, body, and complexity. Rather than simply removing alcohol and calling it finished, we take the additional step of shaping the wine into something more complete, balanced, and compelling in the glass.

What People Are Saying

  • “With rich red berry and woodsy notes, the Missing Thorn red is well-balanced and layered, with a velvety finish. It goes wonderfully with strong cheeses and charcuterie.”

    — Wine Enthusiast

  • “The Missing Thorn wines, made by Mr. Pott in California, were also quite good…The red, made with dealcoholized malbec, was likewise balanced and refreshing.”

    — The New York Times

  • “A small addition of black currant juice gives this alcohol-free Malbec from star winemaker Aaron Pott and vintner Stephanie Honig a rich, juicy flavor; fans of Napa Valley Cabernets will like this one. .”

    — Food & Wine