Birichino Pinot Noir Lilo 2019

Birichino Pinot Noir Lilo 2019

Grape variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Alcohol content: approximately 13.0%

A Californian Pinot Noir with European elegance

Birichino is a Santa Cruz, California-based winemaker founded by two experienced winemakers who have worked under Chandon and Bonny Doon. Their philosophy is to make wines with freshness, finesse and minimal intervention, and the 2019 Lilo Pinot Noir is a textbook example of this approach: delicate, aromatic and with a clear respect for the grape and the terroir.

Appearance

The wine appears light ruby ​​red in the glass – classic for Pinot Noir – with a slight transparency that reflects its elegant and fruit-driven style.

Fragrance

The aroma is subtle yet complex. Here you will find red berries such as cherries, raspberries and cranberries, accompanied by floral notes of violet and rose petals. A discreet spicy undertone of white pepper, forest floor and light minerality provide depth and finesse.

Taste

The palate is silky and harmonious with a fine balance between juicy red fruit and fresh acidity. The wine has a light to medium body, but with remarkable depth and precision. The tannins are soft and elegant, giving a refined structure. The finish is long, clean and characterized by red berries and a touch of herbs.

Storage potential

Can be enjoyed now for its youthful freshness and energy, but will develop more complexity over the next 3–5 years.

Food recommendations

A classic Pinot Noir like this is excellent with lighter meat dishes such as duck breast, veal or chicken. It is also ideal with salmon, tuna or vegetarian dishes with mushrooms. For cheese, soft, creamy cheeses such as brie or camembert are especially recommended.

Producer

Birichino means "naughty child" in Italian, and the name reflects the winemakers' playful approach, focusing on freshness, balance and expression of terroir. The grapes for Lilo Pinot Noir 2019 come from selected vineyards in the Santa Cruz area, where the cool coastal climate provides Pinot Noir with optimal growing conditions.