Dynamic expression of the Central Coast AVA terroir
Brand: Birichino Wines
Product: Pinot Noir St Georges
Vintage: 2019
Color: Red
Origin: California
AVA: Central Coast
Capacity: 750ml
Grape variety: 100% Pinot Noir
TASTING
It has an impressive, gorgeous aroma of herbs and cherry liqueur, and a rich, textured flavor.
COMMENT
"Birichino" was founded in 2008 by Alex Kraus and John Locke in Santa Cruz, California. "Birichino" means "naughty" in Italian, and their motto is "to make wines that have great aromas, balance, and a good sense of whimsy." They aim to make natural wines with as little artificial intervention as possible, and above all, they aim to make wines that will make people feel energized and happy when they drink them.
WINEMAKING
A small plot of land in Santa Cruz that George Besson developed 30 years ago. The wine is made from a high percentage of Chalone and Lime Kiln Valley grapes. Approximately 35% of the grapes are fermented whole bunch. Fermented with natural yeast in stainless steel tanks, then aged in old barrels. Racked once. Unfined and unfiltered before bottling.