Duodecim
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed within 3–8 years of release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, roasted rosemary lamb chops, hearty beef stew
✨ Technical Specifications
Named after the Latin word for twelve, Cooper's Hawk 'Duodecim' is an ambitious and creative red blend crafted from twelve distinct grape varieties. This unique concept showcases the art of blending, where the winemaking team harmonizes diverse components to create a seamless, multi-dimensional wine. Sourced from premium vineyards, each grape variety contributes its own signature characteristic—ranging from the structural backbone of classic Bordeaux varietals to the vibrant fruit and spice of Rhône and Italian grapes. The result is a deeply complex, full-bodied red wine featuring a rich tapestry of dark fruit, savory spices, and supple tannins, offering an engaging sensory journey that celebrates diversity in winemaking.
🍾 About the Producer
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants was established in 2005 by entrepreneur Tim McEnery in Orland Park, Illinois, combining an upscale casual dining concept with an artisanal winery and tasting room. Rather than farming single-estate vineyards, the operation functions as a large-scale modern négociant and custom-crush producer, sourcing premium grapes and must primarily from leading American viticultural areas across California, Washington, and Oregon, as well as select international origins. Centralized vinification, blending, and barrel maturation take place at its dedicated Midwestern production facility under Vice President of Winemaking Rob Warren. The portfolio embraces an approachable, crowd-pleasing cellar philosophy focused on clean varietal expression, balanced oak integration, and food-friendly structures. Among its hallmark bottlings are California-sourced expressions such as Unoaked Chardonnay, Lux Chardonnay, Viognier, and the crisp, aromatic Riesling Gewürztraminer blend, alongside a diverse suite of methode-charmat sparkling and dessert offerings.