Koda A Premium Dessert Wine with Natural Chocolate Flavors
Dessert Wine / Flavored Wine · Koda
Vintage: Non-Vintage
Type
Dessert Wine / Flavored Wine
Producer
Koda
Country
United States
Vintage
Non-Vintage
Region & Appellation
United States
Grape Varieties
Red wine base infused with natural chocolate flavors
Color & Appearance
Deep, opaque ruby-purple with moderate viscosity and slow-moving legs on the glass
Aroma Profile
Pronounced aromas of dark chocolate, cocoa powder, sweet black cherries, and hints of vanilla
Tasting Notes
Rich, sweet, and velvety on the palate with a prominent profile of liquid dark chocolate and ripe berry fruit, finishing warm and decadent with lingering cocoa notes
Flavor Profile
Intense notes of bittersweet chocolate, black raspberry, mocha, and a subtle touch of sweet spice
Body & Texture
Full-bodied with a rich, smooth, and viscous mouthfeel that coats the palate
Acidity & Tannins
Low acidity with very soft, unobtrusive tannins to keep the focus on the rich sweetness and chocolate flavoring
Sweetness Level
Sweet / Dessert style with high residual sugar
Alcohol Content
18.0% ABV
Aging & Oak
Stainless steel tank fermentation and aging with flavor infusion
Food Pairings
Molten chocolate cake, brownies, chocolate truffles, red fruit tarts, or blue cheese
Serving Suggestions
Serve slightly chilled at around 55-60°F (13-15°C) in a standard dessert wine glass; enjoy on its own as a liquid dessert
Price Range
10-20 USD
Quality Assessment
Accessible everyday dessert wine geared toward consumers who enjoy sweet, chocolate-forward flavored alcoholic beverages
Production Methods
Standard red wine fermentation followed by the addition of natural chocolate flavoring and fortification to 18% ABV
Terroir
Sourced from warm climate vineyards in the United States capable of producing ripe, fruit-forward red wine bases
History & Heritage
Produced as a modern, accessible novelty dessert wine combining the popularity of red wine and chocolate
Interesting Facts
Features a striking red label with a stylized 'Q' or zero graphic and explicitly highlights its 18% alcohol content alongside natural chocolate flavors
Cellaring Potential
Best consumed young and fresh upon purchase; not intended for long-term cellaring
Similar Wines
Chocolate-infused red wines such as ChocoVine or Black Chocolate Stout-style wine hybrids