Intense sunshine is tempered by cooling sea breezes
cocoa-like tannins weave through the core
with layers of black cherry
natural fermentations and careful parcel selection
The palate is round
2022 Mourvedre Old Vines Little Big Block Vineyard, Birichino Cult Classics Intense sunshine is tempered bySand, Spice & Old Vines Dark, fragrant and quietly wild, this is Mourvdre with real Californian soul and a wonderfully distinctive sense of place. Black plum, black cherry and bramble fruit lead the way, followed by cocoa nib, warm earth, dried herbs and a subtle smoky spice that gives the wine its savoury depth. There is richness here, but it is never clumsy. The palate is supple and persistent, with dark fruit, spice and those fine, coiled tannins