Chicago Cubs Club Series Red Blend

Chicago Cubs Club Series Red Blend is a California red blend wine bottled at approximately 13% ABV in a collectible 750ml deep-etched bottle featuring the iconic Cubs logo. Each bottle is hand-painted by artisans, making it one of the most distinctive MLB-licensed wines available.

Quick Facts: ABV: ~13%  |  Origin: California, USA  |  Style: Red Blend  |  Category: MLB Club Series

Production & Heritage

The Cubs Club Series wines are part of Major League Baseball's officially licensed wine program, produced in partnership with California winemakers. Each bottle undergoes a deep-etching process where the Chicago Cubs insignia is carved directly into the glass and then hand-painted by artisans — a technique that transforms the bottle into a display-worthy piece beyond its contents. As a red blend, the wine draws from multiple red grape varieties grown across California's diverse viticultural regions, though the specific blend composition has not been publicly disclosed by the producers.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Expect ripe dark fruit on the nose, consistent with the broader Club Series profile. The California origin suggests warm-climate ripeness with accessible, fruit-forward aromatics.

Taste: The palate leans full-bodied and well-balanced, a hallmark noted across the Club Series range. Dark berry fruit drives the mid-palate, with the blended composition providing layers of complementary flavor without excessive tannin grip.

Finish: The finish is moderate in length with lingering fruit and soft structure. It closes cleanly, favoring approachability over complexity.

How to Drink Cubs Club Series Red Blend

This California red blend drinks well at cool room temperature, around 60–65°F, and benefits from a few minutes of breathing after opening. It also works in straightforward red wine cocktails: a Kalimotxo (red wine and cola) for casual tailgate settings; a Red Wine Spritzer with sparkling water and a citrus twist for warm-weather drinking; or a classic Sangria, where the ripe fruit character melds naturally with fresh seasonal fruit and a splash of brandy.

Best For

• Gifting a dedicated Chicago Cubs fan on game day, birthdays, or holidays
• Displaying in a sports memorabilia collection alongside other Cubs collectibles
• Serving at a World Series watch party or Cubs-themed gathering
• Adding to an MLB wine collection as a team-specific conversation piece

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Cubs Club Series Red Blend taste like? It is a full-bodied, fruit-forward California red blend with ripe dark berry flavors and a well-balanced, approachable structure that favors easy drinking over heavy tannins.

How does Cubs Club Series compare to the Red Sox Club Series Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon? Both are MLB-licensed California wines with deep-etched collectible bottles, but the Red Sox offering is a single-varietal Cabernet Sauvignon, while the Cubs expression is a multi-grape red blend that typically drinks softer and more fruit-driven. Choosing between them often comes down to team allegiance as much as palate preference.

Is Cubs Club Series Red Blend good for sipping neat? Yes, it is designed as an accessible, crowd-friendly red that works well on its own without requiring decanting or extensive aging, making it straightforward to open and pour.

Where is Cubs Club Series Red Blend made? It is produced in California as part of Major League Baseball's officially licensed Club Series wine program, with production tied to California-based winemaking partners including Plata Wines.

What foods pair well with Cubs Club Series Red Blend? Chicago-style deep dish pizza pairs naturally given the Cubs connection and the wine's fruit-forward body. Grilled burgers and bratwurst match its casual, full-bodied style. Aged cheddar complements the dark fruit notes. Barbecue ribs work well with the wine's ripe berry character. A simple charcuterie board with cured meats and semi-hard cheeses rounds out a game day spread.

What sizes does Cubs Club Series Red Blend come in? It is available in the standard 750ml bottle, which features the signature deep-etched and hand-painted Cubs logo.

Is Cubs Club Series Red Blend worth the price? This bottle positions as a novelty and collectible wine rather than a competition-driven expression; its value lies heavily in the artisan deep-etched bottle and official MLB licensing, making it a strong choice for fans and collectors rather than those evaluating purely on wine quality per dollar.

Why Cubs Club Series Red Blend?

The genuine differentiator here is the bottle itself — deep-etched glass with hand-painted Cubs insignia that functions as a display piece long after the wine is finished. Few sports-licensed wines invest in this level of physical craftsmanship. As an officially licensed MLB product, it carries authenticity that generic baseball-themed wines cannot match. For Cubs fans who also enjoy wine, it bridges two passions in a single bottle that holds real shelf presence in a home bar or memorabilia case.