Region: Mendocino County, California, USA
Grapes: Carignan, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Charbono, Cabernet Franc
Body: Light
Notes: Tart red cherry, fresh raspberry, sour plum, hibisicus tea, pomegranate, and subtle cinnamon spice, with a snapping, high-vibe acidity and a soft, juicy finish
Pairing: Continuous charcuterie boards, smash burgers, pepperoni pizza, roasted turkey, or carnitas tacos
The Producer
Las Jaras Wines is a famous, high-energy natural wine project co-founded by winemaker Joel Burt and comedian/director Eric Wareheim. Based in California, the duo aims to craft serious, site-expressive, and low-intervention wines that don't take themselves too seriously. Sourcing fruit from organically and sustainably farmed heritage vineyards across Mendocino and Sonoma, Las Jaras focuses on light extractions, high natural acidity, and low alcohol. In the cellar, they utilize spontaneous wild yeast fermentations, minimal manipulation, neutral aging vessels, and tiny added sulfur additions only when necessary, creating living, vibrant wines designed for pure drinking pleasure.
The Wine
"Glou Glou" is Las Jaras’s flagship, hyper-refreshing chillable red—named after the French onomatopoeia for the sound of wine rapidly glug-glugging down your throat. Built primarily on old-vine Mendocino Carignan and Zinfandel, the hand-harvested grapes undergo partial carbonic and whole-cluster maceration using native yeasts in stainless steel. This process locks in explosive, crunchy berry aromatics while keeping tannins soft and smooth. The 2025 vintage is packed with energy; it masterfully pairs a popping nose of tart red berries, wild flowers, and bright citrus peel with an electric, mouthwatering acidity and a smooth, thirst-quenching finish that demands a cold chill.
Region: Mendocino County, California, USA
Grapes: Carignan, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Charbono, Cabernet Franc
Body: Light
Notes: Tart red cherry, fresh raspberry, sour plum, hibisicus tea, pomegranate, and subtle cinnamon spice, with a snapping, high-vibe acidity and a soft, juicy finish
Pairing: Continuous charcuterie boards, smash burgers, pepperoni pizza, roasted turkey, or carnitas tacos
The Producer
Las Jaras Wines is a famous, high-energy natural wine project co-founded by winemaker Joel Burt and comedian/director Eric Wareheim. Based in California, the duo aims to craft serious, site-expressive, and low-intervention wines that don't take themselves too seriously. Sourcing fruit from organically and sustainably farmed heritage vineyards across Mendocino and Sonoma, Las Jaras focuses on light extractions, high natural acidity, and low alcohol. In the cellar, they utilize spontaneous wild yeast fermentations, minimal manipulation, neutral aging vessels, and tiny added sulfur additions only when necessary, creating living, vibrant wines designed for pure drinking pleasure.
The Wine
"Glou Glou" is Las Jaras’s flagship, hyper-refreshing chillable red—named after the French onomatopoeia for the sound of wine rapidly glug-glugging down your throat. Built primarily on old-vine Mendocino Carignan and Zinfandel, the hand-harvested grapes undergo partial carbonic and whole-cluster maceration using native yeasts in stainless steel. This process locks in explosive, crunchy berry aromatics while keeping tannins soft and smooth. The 2025 vintage is packed with energy; it masterfully pairs a popping nose of tart red berries, wild flowers, and bright citrus peel with an electric, mouthwatering acidity and a smooth, thirst-quenching finish that demands a cold 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.