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2019 Birichino "Bechthold Vineyard - Old Vine" Mokelumne River Cinsault

SKU #1521205 92 points Wine & Spirits

Outer quote mark Lodi’s Bechthold Vineyard may be the oldest cinsault source in California, a dry farmed site on a decomposed granite wash from the nearby Sierras. It can produce cinsault of unusual depth, and yet Birichino’s bottling consistently goes against type for such a warm place: This is just 13 percent alcohol, but punches above its weight with a peppery freshness and verve, light bodied and mildly herbal, with vibrant acids for a charcuterie board. (PJC) Inner quote mark (1/2021)

K&L Notes

Few brands occupy as many spots on our shelves (or website) as Birichino. The reasons for this are numerous. Firstly, the wines are absolutely delicious. Secondly, few producers have such a dazzling assortment of varietals and styles, each one worthy of a placement. Third, the prices are very modest given the quality of the wines, growing critical acclaim, and remarkable vineyard sources. Last but not least, I really like working with John and Alex, the founders and winemakers at Birichino. They love what they do, and they’re honest, humble, and personable—qualities that should never be overlooked. (Ryan Woodhouse, K&L Domestic buyer)

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2019 Birichino "Bechthold Vineyard - Old Vine" Mokelumne River Cinsault

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By: Ryan Woodhouse | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: 2/25/2021 | Send Email

Another wine I wait in earnest for each year, from the oldest known planting of Cinsault on Earth (planted in 1886), the Bechthold Cinsault is magical. I love this varietal and Birichino’s experience with this site means that this wine is often the gem in the portfolio for me. Elegant, pure, understated power and depth.

Additional Information:

Varietal:

Other Red Wines

Country:

United States

- When people consider domestic wine, they normally think about the state of California. The fine viticultural Region within California, including the Napa Valley, Sonoma, Santa Cruz Mountains, Mendocino and Santa Barbara, are capable of growing grapes of world-class quality. But there's plenty of fabulous wine coming from other states, too. Oregon, Washington and New York are also causing eyebrows (and glassware) to be raised around the world.

Sub-Region:

California

- With the explosive growth that California's wine industry has seen the past several years, it's easy to view winemaking and grape growing in the Golden State as a recent phenomenon. And while it's true that California's viticultural history is brief compared to several European countries, this state's roots date back well over 200 years. Due to the enormous response to California wine within the United States and worldwide, there are thousands of excellent and diverse wines being produced within the state each year.

Specific Appellation:

Central Valley/Lodi

- With a reputation for bulk wine and table grapes, little to no quality wine has emerged from the expansive Central Valley since companies like Franzia and Gallo staked their claim here. The exception are new wine ventures in sub-AVAs Lodi and Clarksburg, home to jammy zinfandels and surprisingly distinguished chenin blancs respectively.

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