Tenshen Red Blend

Lush California red packed with ripe dark fruit, spice, and velvety tannins. A bold, Rhône-inspired blend that’s crowd-pleasing and food-friendly.

Why You’ll Love It

• Plush and powerful: Layers of blackberry, blueberry, and dark cherry with cocoa and baking spice

• Silky texture: Polished tannins and a long, warming finish

• Weeknight to special-occasion: Pours great by the glass and shines at the table

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Blackberry jam, blueberry compote, black cherry, cocoa powder, vanilla, clove, and a hint of pepper

• Palate: Full-bodied with rich dark fruit, chocolate, sweet spice, and a touch of licorice; smooth, rounded tannins

• Finish: Long and satisfying with echoing black fruit and mocha spice

How to Enjoy

• Serve: 60–65°F in a Bordeaux glass

• Decant: 20–30 minutes to open aromatics and soften the spice

• Occasions: Pizza night, steak night, or an easy “second-glass” red for gatherings

Pairing Ideas

Smash burgers, pepperoni or sausage pizza, BBQ ribs, short ribs, chili, roasted mushrooms, aged cheddar, and gouda.

Production & Story

Tenshen Red is a California Rhône-style blend typically led by grapes like Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Petite Sirah. Warm-climate fruit and careful oak aging add plush texture, dark-fruit richness, and dessert-spice complexity.

Key Details

• Style: Rich, fruit-forward red blend

• Grapes: Rhône-variety blend (varies by vintage)

• Origin: California

• Aging: Aged with oak influence for spice and structure

• ABV: See bottle (varies by vintage)

• Format: 750 ml

Perfect For

Casual dinners, red-sauce nights, game day spreads, and gifting an easy-to-love California red.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it sweet?
No—dry, but ripe fruit and vanilla-spice notes give a plush impression.

Do I need to decant it?
Not required, but a short decant lifts the fruit and integrates the oak.

How long will it age?
Best within 3–6 years from vintage for peak fruit and spice.