Region: Mendocino County / Central Coast, California, USA
Grapes: Organic Red Field Blend (Varietal composition varies by vintage)
Body: Light to Medium
Notes: Juicy red plum, tart cherry, wild strawberry, dark fruit undertones, subtle dried herbs, and a touch of earth, with a lively, high-acid structure, light tannins, and a clean, refreshing finish
Pairing: Continuous charcuterie boards, smash burgers, grilled sausages, margherita pizza, or roasted mushroom tacos
The Producer
Jumbo Time Wines is an avant-garde natural wine project founded by Omar Al-Balkhi and Jonathan Banning in Los Angeles, California. Operating with a low-intervention, zero-zero winemaking philosophy, Jumbo Time focuses on sourcing high-quality organic and biodynamically farmed fruit from heritage vineyards throughout California. Fermentations rely strictly on ambient wild yeasts, with no industrial additives, no fining, no filtration, and zero added sulfur. Their approach centers on producing fun, vibrant, and highly drinkable wines with zero pretense.
The Wine
"Simply Jumbo Red" is Jumbo Time’s ultra-approachable, house-style red blend crafted for effortless, everyday enjoyment. Sourced from organically farmed vineyards across California, the hand-harvested grapes are vinified naturally using native yeasts and gentle extraction methods in neutral tanks to keep the fruit core vibrant and the tannins soft. Bottled unfined, unfiltered, and completely additive-free, this non-vintage release combines rich dark fruit character with a light, energetic frame and a crisp acidity that makes it exceptionally easy to drink, especially with a light chill.
Region: Mendocino County / Central Coast, California, USA
Grapes: Organic Red Field Blend (Varietal composition varies by vintage)
Body: Light to Medium
Notes: Juicy red plum, tart cherry, wild strawberry, dark fruit undertones, subtle dried herbs, and a touch of earth, with a lively, high-acid structure, light tannins, and a clean, refreshing finish
Pairing: Continuous charcuterie boards, smash burgers, grilled sausages, margherita pizza, or roasted mushroom tacos
The Producer
Jumbo Time Wines is an avant-garde natural wine project founded by Omar Al-Balkhi and Jonathan Banning in Los Angeles, California. Operating with a low-intervention, zero-zero winemaking philosophy, Jumbo Time focuses on sourcing high-quality organic and biodynamically farmed fruit from heritage vineyards throughout California. Fermentations rely strictly on ambient wild yeasts, with no industrial additives, no fining, no filtration, and zero added sulfur. Their approach centers on producing fun, vibrant, and highly drinkable wines with zero pretense.
The Wine
"Simply Jumbo Red" is Jumbo Time’s ultra-approachable, house-style red blend crafted for effortless, everyday enjoyment. Sourced from organically farmed vineyards across California, the hand-harvested grapes are vinified naturally using native yeasts and gentle extraction methods in neutral tanks to keep the fruit core vibrant and the tannins soft. Bottled unfined, unfiltered, and completely additive-free, this non-vintage release combines rich dark fruit character with a light, energetic frame and a crisp acidity that makes it exceptionally easy to drink, especially with a light chill.
What is natural wine?
Natural wine is wine made with minimal intervention from the winemaker, using organically or biodynamically grown grapes and without the addition of chemicals or additives such as sulfites. The result is a wine that is unique, expressive, and often has a more complex and nuanced flavor profile than conventional wines. Natural wine is also often associated with sustainable and ethical farming practices, making it a popular choice for those interested in environmentally friendly and socially responsible products.