In winery jargon, an "odd lot" is a wine that has not yet been assigned a destination.
"Odd Rot" is also an opportunity to break away from the rigid rules and traditions that have dominated the wine world for over a million years.
Their first wine, Oddlot Petite & Petit, was an unusual blend of Petite Sirah and Petit Verdot and caused a huge sensation.
~And now! It's Oddlot's turn.
This time it's Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah.
Two famous French varieties that cannot be included in the same AOC wine under French appellation laws, Cabernet and Syrah, are two very different characters, each with a completely different personality and equally established, spectacular abilities.
Like (comic book favorite) Mutt and Jeff, they're a mismatched pair, but they're fun, relatable and surprisingly well-matched.
Proving once again that wine, like politics, can sometimes make strange bedfellows.
Be Odd! offers bold aromas of ripe blackberries, cherries and juicy plums, complemented by notes of tarragon and toasty vanilla.
The palate is smooth with well-integrated tannins and a long finish of black fruit.
This wine is perfect for any occasion.
Enjoy with grilled meats, beef teriyaki, roasted rack of lamb, or fresh mushrooms with Parmesan.
Our own vineyards in Monterey County are bathed in warm sunshine during the day, but in the evenings, coastal fog can linger until the next morning.
Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah get the hang time they need to fully develop their flavors in this region, which boasts one of California's longest growing seasons.
The result is a delicious wine with a good balance of smoothness, power and structure.
Although the label is colorful, this wine is by no means comical.
Our goal in winemaking is to combine seriousness with curiosity and exploration to create delicious wine.
The Cabernet has firm tannins and structure, while the Syrah has fleshy fruit and juicy brightness.
The dynamic combination of these two creates Happy, wines with the qualities you expect from Odd Rott: unconventional, bold, and approachable.
An "odd lot," in winery lingo, is a wine that hasn't yet found a home.
And this is an opportunity to break away from the rigid rules and traditions that have dominated the wine world for over a million years.
A non-traditional blend of Petite Sirah and Petit Verdot? Set aside your guard and conventions.
Oddlot Petit & Petit is unexpected, playful and approachable, much like Mutt and Jeff, a mismatched mix of oddballs that work surprisingly well together.
Wine, like politics, sometimes makes a strange combination.
Let's do something a little different! Winemaking Oddlot is an unconventional blend of Petite Sirah and Petit Verdot.
Although the labels are colorful, the wines are far from comical.
Our approach to winemaking is one of seriousness, curiosity and exploration, and is guided by the goal of making something delicious.
While we're proud of the awards, medals and points Odd Rot has won, we just love blending Odd Rot and creating bold, accessible wines that are not "normal."
The southern part of Monterey Fields is characterized by morning fog, strong winds, temperature differences, and intense sunlight.
In Heims Valley, these three elements help the cultivation of Petite Sirah and Petit Verdot to produce excellent results.
Long, warm days develop full-bodied dark fruit flavors, while dramatic cooldowns at night help build balance and structure for this robust, robust wine.