At Cycles Gladiator, we celebrate everyday adventures and inspire good times. Proudly sourced from the top growing regions in California, our wines have earned over twenty Best Buy designations from Wine Enthusiast to date. Drawing our name from the 19th century bicycle manufacturer, the Gladiator Company, we honor their iconic, inspirational artwork on our wine label, as we strive forward in our mission to empower women.
Our Wines
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Chardonnay
- Tasting Notes:
This balanced and crisp Chardonnay has aromas of toasted oak, and hints of butterscotch on the nose, while its bright minerality quickly shines through on the first sip. Flavors of pineapple, crisp apple, and a beguiling acidity make this a perfect pairing for fresh oysters, grilled veggies, or roast chicken.
- Region:
California
- Vintage:
2022
- Winemaking:
The 2022 Chardonnay harvest was well suited to create this classically easy drinking Californian sipper, allowing the quality of the vintage to showcase itself beautifully.
- Acclaim:
91 Points Best Buy - Wine Enthusiast
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Pinot Noir
- Tasting Notes:
Fresh aromas of cherry and raspberry are echoed by bright flavors to match. Subtle floral notes of hibiscus with a touch of white peppercorn peek through on the finish. Its bright acidity, and low tannins, make this wine go down a real treat! A great pairing for seafood or a light pasta with grilled cherry tomatoes and would be a fabulous companion to roast duck.
- Region:
California
- Vintage:
2022
- Winemaking:
2022 brought an earlier harvest with small cluster size. A bit of a heat in September moved up the harvest dates and reduced cluster weight, with outstanding overall quality. The refined phenolic development really shows through with its classically Monterey fruit profile.
- Acclaim:
92 Points Best Buy - Wine Enthusiast
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Cabernet
- Tasting Notes:
Aromas of black cherry and raspberry are backed by hints of Herbes de Provence. Rich and expressive from first sip, this is a food friendly Cabernet Sauvignon that balances the fruit profile with earthy notes of leather and cigar box for a perfectly structured glass with broad appeal.
- Region:
California
- Vintage:
2022
- Winemaking:
2022 brought dry growing conditions, temperature fluctuations and small clusters. The result was reduced yields, and more concentrated fruit.
- Acclaim:
89 Points Best Buy - Wine Enthusiast
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Merlot
- Tasting Notes:
Easy-going aromas of black cherry and bay leaf, balanced with hints of vanilla and plum that linger just long enough after the first sip. Smooth and dry, with midweight tannins. Pair this Merlot with braised meat or barbecue and any pasta dish.
- Region:
California
- Vintage:
2022
- Winemaking:
Merlot grapes for the 2022 vintage were proudly sourced from Lodi Rules Sustainable Green vineyards. Crop size was smaller in 2022 due to heat spikes early in the season, however, harvest was on time and the quality was outstanding.
- Acclaim:
89 Points Best Buy - Wine Enthusiast
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Sauvignon Blanc
- Tasting Notes:
A rich, classic Sauvignon Blanc that delivers aromas of guava, tangerine and cantaloupe, leading into fresh notes of nectarine, pink grapefruit and orange zest. The full sur lie character is balanced by a refreshing, mouthwatering acidity that carries through to the flavorful, lingering finish.
- Region:
California
- Vintage:
2021
- Winemaking:
Aged sur lie for seven months in stainless steel
- Acclaim:
90 Points - Tasting Panel
96 Points - Just Wine Points
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Red Blend
- Tasting Notes:
The perfect balance of rich and supple flavors with warm notes of soft leather and tobacco married with stewed rhubarb and blueberry compote. Balanced and delicious with medium tannins. The perfect match for roast lamb with a red cherry glaze, or butternut squash ravioli topped with brown butter and sage.
- Region:
California
- Vintage:
2022
- Winemaking:
The harvest for 2022 Paso Robles Cab, which make up the base for this wine, yielded fruit of exceptional quality and flavor.
Varietals: 59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Petite Verdot, 10% Petit Sirah, 10% Merlot