In Austin Hope’s younger days he was something of a troublemaker.
And on those days when his schoolwork or attitude didn’t quite live up to the family’s expectations, he was sent to the vineyards for a hard day’s work meant to teach him a lesson. Little did the Hope’s know that this childhood punishment would be the beginning of a life-long passion and career. It was in those days spent in the vineyards, the Paso Robles sun beating down and his hands in the dirt, that Austin found inspiration for his life’s journey.
Troublemaker is inspired by those early days of pushing boundaries and finding your path. Still stirring things up, we here at Troublemaker are all about challenging the status quo and embracing the journey of life.
The way we see it, rules restrict our ability to create and innovate.
Besides, pushing the boundaries is fun.
Our Troublemaker Red Blend is a delicious medium bodied blend that displays rich dark baked fruit characteristics on the nose and pallet. Additional flavors of cracked pepper, bacon fat and caramel are balanced with signature splash of acid that brightens the finish. Comprised of varietals that flourish in Paso Robles’ distinct growingregion, Troublemaker consists of Syrah, Petite Sirah, Mourvèdre,
Grenache, and Zinfandel. Syrah is the backbone of the wine, setting the stage for a fruit-forward style and a full body. Petite Sirah contributes to the deep ruby color. Sweet and bright red fruit flavors of Grenache blend with the rustic and lively flavors of the Mourvèdre, while Zinfandel adds its signature zing to round out the blend.