2023 Somos Café de Olla by Ruakh Wines

​The 2023 Somos Café de Olla by Rúakh Wines is an evocative and unconventional wine that defies category, inspired by having the spiced coffee drink known as café de olla, which originates in rural Mexican kitchens. Rúakh’s interpretation captures the earthy, warming essence of this traditional beverage and channels it into a complex, aromatic red wine experience. While still technically a wine, this bottle walks the line between natural winemaking and culinary art, layering bold spice, roasted character, and textural intrigue. Crafted in Paso Robles with a bold vision and minimal intervention, Somos Café de Olla isn’t just a wine—it’s a conversation piece.

​This 2023 vintage opens with a captivating nose: an interplay of piloncillo (raw cane sugar), cinnamon, and dried chili, lifted by a faint note of orange zest and dried herbs. The palate follows through with rich, savory depth—think black cherry, baking spice, and a smoky, earthy undercurrent—balanced by moderate acidity and soft tannins. It’s bold, textural, and deeply rooted in cultural expression. Whether sipped slowly on its own or paired with mole poblano, roasted root vegetables, or dark chocolate desserts, this bottle offers a singular journey through memory, place, and flavor.

Sincere Wines Online Tasting Notes:

• Appearance: Deep garnet with brick-red undertones; slightly opaque, hinting at natural winemaking and full flavor.
• Aroma: A heady mix of dried cherry, cinnamon stick, and brown sugar, interwoven with clove, and a whisper of ancho chili.
• Palate: Medium-bodied and spice-driven, showing flavors of black plum, cacao, molasses, and baking spice. The texture is velvety but lively, with savory undertones that evolve with each sip.
• Structure: Supple tannins and medium acidity give the wine gentle lift, while a rounded mouthfeel adds warmth and complexity.
• Finish: Long and warming, finishing with lingering notes of dark spice, and a faint echo of citrus rind.
• Overall Impression: A wine that tells a story—both soulful and experimental. The 2023 Somos Café de Olla isn’t just inspired by tradition; it reinvents it in bottle form. Perfect for adventurous palates looking for a bridge between wine and culinary memory.