m100 Red
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–5 years of vintage release.
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Grilled steak, roasted pork loin, aged cheddar cheese
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The m100 Red by Fidelitas serves as an inviting, approachable introduction to the exceptional winemaking of Charlie Hoppes in Washington State. Crafted as a fruit-forward, crowd-pleasing counterpart to the winery's highly structured, age-worthy Red Mountain estate bottles, the m100 is sourced from select premier vineyards across the broader Columbia Valley. The wine is designed to showcase the vibrant, sun-drenched fruit character of Washington, blending classic Bordeaux varietals with a touch of Syrah for added plushness and spice. It undergoes careful fermentation and aging in a mix of French and American oak to deliver a smooth, well-rounded profile that honors the region's rich viticultural heritage while remaining highly accessible for everyday enjoyment.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Established in 2000 by acclaimed winemaker Charlie Hoppes, Fidelitas is a premier boutique winery deeply rooted in the Red Mountain AVA of Washington State. With a steadfast focus on crafting exceptional Bordeaux-style blends and single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons, the winery sources grapes from some of the region's most prestigious vineyards, including Champoux, Ciel du Cheval, and Quintessence, alongside their own estate plantings. Fidelitas is renowned for its modern, precise winemaking techniques, utilizing carefully selected French and American oak barrels to shape wines of remarkable concentration, structure, and aging potential. Under Hoppes' expert guidance, the estate has become a benchmark producer for Red Mountain, capturing the unique, sun-drenched terroir in every bottle of their signature Optu Red and site-specific Cabernet Sauvignon expressions.