Earl Stevens Cali-Mocho
Flavored Wine Product / Red Wine and Cola Blend · Earl Stevens Selections
Vintage: Non-Vintage
Type
Flavored Wine Product / Red Wine and Cola Blend
Producer
Earl Stevens Selections
Country
United States
Vintage
Non-Vintage
Region & Appellation
California, United States, American Viticultural Area (AVA)
Grape Varieties
Red wine blend combined with natural cola flavoring
Color & Appearance
Deep, dark ruby-purple with opaque core and moderate legs
Aroma Profile
Pronounced aromas of sweet cola, caramel, vanilla, and ripe red berries
Tasting Notes
Sweet, playful, and approachable with prominent cola notes upfront followed by soft berry fruit, finishing smoothly with low tannins and a distinctly refreshing sweet soda characteristic
Flavor Profile
Dominated by sweet cola, cherry cola, vanilla bean, and blackberry jam flavors
Body & Texture
Medium-bodied with a smooth, slightly syrupy texture and soft, coating mouthfeel
Acidity & Tannins
Low acidity with very soft, unobtrusive tannins
Sweetness Level
Sweet / Lusciously sweet due to the cola addition
Alcohol Content
13.4% ABV
Aging & Oak
Stainless steel tanks with no significant oak aging, blended with cola flavoring prior to bottling
Food Pairings
Barbecue ribs, burgers, pizza, pulled pork sandwiches, and casual party snacks
Serving Suggestions
Serve well chilled at 45-50°F (7-10°C) in a standard wine glass or over ice
Price Range
15 to 20 USD
Quality Assessment
Casual, novelty-tier lifestyle wine designed for immediate, easy-drinking enjoyment rather than complex evaluation
Production Methods
Standard red wine fermentation blended with commercial cola and sweetening agents
Terroir
Sourced from diverse vineyards across California, emphasizing fruit-forward accessibility over strict site expression
History & Heritage
Created by legendary Bay Area rapper E-40 (Earl Stevens) as part of his successful commercial wine brand line
Interesting Facts
The name 'Cali-Mocho' is a California spin on the traditional Basque drink 'Kalimotxo', which mixes equal parts red wine and cola
Cellaring Potential
Not suitable for aging; intended to be consumed young and fresh upon purchase
Similar Wines
Sweet red blends, flavored wine beverages, traditional Spanish Kalimotxo cocktails