THE BIG IDEA Born to Run by the Beeler Family is the culmination of Charles' 20-year career.
The wines are from the two states where he has been making wine for over 10 years and are blended in accordance with the stories and traditions of his origins.
Charles has always said that the dark fruit flavors and structure of Washington wines are a great match for the soft, juicy red fruit characteristics of California.
Interstate blending is rarely done in a quality way, but Charles doesn't shy away from it.
THE BIELER FAMILYAt age 22, Charles Bieler dropped out of school, repainted his 1965 Cadillac DeVille pink, and dove straight into the wine industry, something he knew nothing about.
For two years he lived with a caddie, traveled around the country and made a living selling his father's rosé.
More than 20 years have passed since then, and he continues to run with the same passion and vigor.
Born to Run is the culmination of his journey.
This wine is 100% American.
50% from Washington's Columbia Valley and 50% from California.
Our Washington vineyards are located on the edge of Red Mountain in the Columbia Valley, and our sun-drenched climate delivers both juicy, ripe flavors of the New World and structure and finesse of the Old World.
The Washington State fruit is fermented whole and then macerated on the skins for 35 days, giving the wine incredible richness and structure.
The California vineyards are located west of Lodi on the edge of the delta and feature old vines that produce grapes with ripe fruit flavor, natural acidity and complexity.
Traditionally fermented and partially aged in oak, the wines made from California grapes are quite soft and luscious.
The result is a blend of rich, soft California wines and dark, brooding and structured Washington wines.
The result is a gorgeous blend that is highly original and more complex than either wine on its own.
In 2019, moderate winter rainfall and cool spring temperatures led to a later than average growing season across Washington and California.
These conditions allowed the fruit to ripen evenly, with harvest beginning in late September and October.