SOLD OUTCholame 2011 Tempranillo
Featured in our Platinum Wine of the Month Club
- Bull Pen
- Central Coast AVA
- Best of Class — CA State Fair Wine Competition
- Gold Medal — San Francisco International Wine Competition
- Gold Medal — Central Coast Wine Competition
- Appellation
- Monterey County
- Grapes
- 95% Tempranillo, 5% Petite Sirah
- Aged
- 22 months in oak
- Cases Produced
- 400
- Enjoy Until
- 2019
Cholame Vineyard’s 2011 Bull Pen Tempranillo (a winegrape varietal native to Spain) was named to honor the famous Spanish bulls and also owner David DuBois’ great love of baseball. Added to this, the Cholame Valley has a long tradition of cattle ranching, from the first Spanish settlers to the annual Parkfield Rodeo, making this Spanish-style wine a great celebration of the region’s local history and culture. The wine’s smoky aromas with hints of spice and black cherries complement the well-balanced, complex palate of dark cherry, pepper, currant, and smoky flavors.

Chile Rellenos al Horno
Tip: use good quality thick-fleshed canned chiles. Make a slit down the side and spread them flat. Line the baking dish, then spoon the filling over instead of trying to stuff them. Bell peppers should be used only in desperation. The following recipe gives both the customary meat version and an optional cheese version. Pair with the 2012 Kenneth Volk Tempranillo.
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Sausage and Potato Pie
An Italian recipe provided by Kenneth Volk Vineyards! A wonderful home-cooked recipe baked until a golden brown. Pair it with the 2012 Touriga Nacional.
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Roasted Sweet Potato Chili
Warm and inviting, this sweet potato chili will have you going back for seconds! The bold flavors of the chili would pair wonderfully with Opolo's 2013 Tempranillo or 2013 Sangiovese.
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Spanish Paella
A very traditional paella, garnished with chorizo, chicken, peas, squid, mussels, and shrimp. Pair it with a Tempranillo to top off a perfect meal.
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Asturias Beef Tenderloin
Delicious and easy! Flavorful and tender, this meat dish will pair wonderfully with a robust Tempranillo red wine.
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