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14 Hands Winery Hot To Trot Red
14 Hands Winery · Washington · United States
$9.99
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Why it’s a great value
It carries a verified 87-point score from Wine Enthusiast at a price under $25. The next step up in the same style, Sebastiani Vineyards & Winery Gravel Red, is $22.99.
Taste profile
SweetnessDry → Sweet
BodyLight → Full
Acidity*Soft → Bright
Tannin*Silky → Grippy
Oak*None → Bold
Fruit*Subtle → Intense
* WineDiscounts editorial estimate based on verified tasting notes.
What it tastes like
Ripe cherry and plum with red currant, tea, gentle spice and smooth tannins.
You’ll like this if…
A good pick if you enjoy soft Merlot-based red blends, Washington reds, or easygoing reds with BBQ and pasta.
Why buy it
It delivers a recognizable Columbia Valley red-blend profile with generous fruit, moderate structure and broad food flexibility.
Best for
Shoppers who want a smooth, familiar red blend for dinner rather than a heavily tannic or oaky bottle.
Style
Smooth, fruit-forward Columbia Valley red blend with refined tannins and subtle spice.
Drinks like
Washington Merlot blends, California smooth red blends, softer Cabernet-Merlot blends
Experience level
Beginner-friendly, but still useful as an everyday red for experienced wine drinkers.
Flavor notes
Pairs well with
bbq pork · grilled portabella mushrooms · lasagna · hearty cheeses
Serving & enjoying
- Serving temperature:
- 60-65°F
- Decanting:
- Not required; give it 15 minutes in the glass if you prefer a softer feel.
- Glassware:
- Standard red wine glass
- Drink or cellar:
- Enjoy now; this is built for fresh, easy drinking rather than long cellaring.
- After opening:
- Best within 2-3 days if recorked and kept cool.
Guidance partly estimated by WineDiscounts from the wine’s style.
About this wine
14 Hands Hot to Trot Smooth Red Blend is a polished Columbia Valley red with cherry, red currant, ripe berries, plum and a touch of baking spice. Refined tannins and a smooth finish make it an easy match for weeknight comfort food or casual grilling.
Wine details
- Type
- red
- Varietal
- Red blend
- Grapes
- Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Other red varieties
- Producer
- 14 Hands Winery
- Country
- United States
- Region
- Washington
- Appellation
- Columbia Valley
- Bottle size
- 750 Ml
- ABV
- 13.5%
Details last verified September 25, 2026
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Winemaking details ›
- Winemaker:
- Keith Kenison
- Vineyard source:
- Grapes sourced from vineyards throughout the Columbia Valley.
- Vessel:
- Fermented on skins for approximately 6 days; aged in a combination of stainless-steel tanks and neutral French and American oak.
About the winery · 14 Hands Winery ›
14 Hands Winery is based in Prosser, Washington, and focuses on approachable, fruit-forward wines from Washington State. Hot to Trot is positioned by the winery as its best-selling red blend. The brand emphasizes easy-drinking styles and food-friendly pairings across its collection. 14 Hands also states that it is LIVE and Salmon-Safe certified.
Critic reviews
87/100Wine Enthusiast
“Plush tannins make for some smooth sipping.”
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Frequently asked questions
- Is 14 Hands Winery Hot To Trot Red dry or sweet?
- 14 Hands Winery Hot To Trot Red is dry — its sweetness rating is 2 on our 1 (bone dry) to 5 (sweet) scale. It is medium-bodied.
- What does 14 Hands Winery Hot To Trot Red taste like?
- Ripe cherry and plum with red currant, tea, gentle spice and smooth tannins.
- What food pairs with 14 Hands Winery Hot To Trot Red?
- It pairs well with BBQ pork, Grilled portabella mushrooms, Lasagna and Hearty cheeses.
- How should I serve 14 Hands Winery Hot To Trot Red?
- Serve at 60-65°F. Not required; give it 15 minutes in the glass if you prefer a softer feel. Glass: Standard red wine glass.
- Is 14 Hands Winery Hot To Trot Red a good value?
- At $9.99 it carries a verified 87-point score from Wine Enthusiast; the review is shown on this page.
- What is the bottle size and alcohol content of 14 Hands Winery Hot To Trot Red?
- 750 ml bottle, 13.5% alcohol by volume.