Cork & Quill Log No.11

Jul 25

Love You Bunches: Soft Rebellion in a Bottle

Wine: Love You Bunches
Producer: Stolpman Vineyards
Grape: 100% Sangiovese (Carbonic)
Region: Santa Barbara County, California
Vintage: 2023 (please confirm if different)
Vibe: Fresh | Chillable | Fruit-forward joy
Mood Pairing: Picnic flirtations, kitchen dancing, first kisses and honest laughter

🍷 Tasting Notes

Love You Bunches is Sangiovese stripped of seriousness and soaked in sunshine.
Expect a juicy wave of strawberry, cherry Jolly Rancher, watermelon rind, and a hint of tart cranberry and pink peppercorn. Vinified using carbonic maceration, it’s light, lifted, and made to be served chilled.

Low tannin, high brightness. A wine that refuses to overthink, and yet still feels intentional.

This bottle says: love loudly, drink joyfully, repeat often.

Technical Sheet

Region: Santa Barbara County, California

Grape: 100% Sangiovese (Carbonic Maceration)

Farming: Organic

Fermentation: Native yeasts, whole cluster carbonic

Aging: Stainless steel + concrete

Alcohol: ~12.5%

Body: Light to medium

Tannin: Low

Acidity: Bright and zippy

Sweetness: Dry

Serving Temp: Slightly chilled (55–58°F)

Vegan: Yes

🍽️ Food Pairing

This wine wants color, crunch, and creativity on the plate:

Jerk-spiced salmon tacos + mango slaw
Panzanella with heirloom tomatoes + basil oil
Fried green tomatoes with pimento cheese
Citrus-roasted beet + feta salad
Jollof quinoa bowl with grilled veggies

At S.X. House, we paired it with:
🍓 Strawberry-glazed lamb skewers + mint tzatziki

🎶 Sonic Seasoning

The vibe is playful, soulful, and refreshingly unbothered:

Jill Scott – “Golden”
Ravyn Lenae – “Skin Tight”
Kaytranada ft. Syd – “You're the One”
Jazmine Sullivan – “Let It Burn”
Andra Day – “Forever Mine”

Sip chilled. Dance barefoot. Smile like you mean it.

🪶 Reflection (Quill Section)

Sometimes wine gets too serious. Love You Bunches doesn’t.
It’s still Sangiovese—rooted, real—but this version is free-spirited. It's the Southern California cousin to Tuscany’s elder, more structured style.

This wine reminds me of summer Caribbean breezes and sweet tea Sundays. It’s for folks who live fully in their joy, who pour without pretense, and who love deeply—even if it’s a little messy.

🍇 Let this bottle remind you: the softest things can still leave a lasting impression.

Jessica Khouri