Birichino Central Coast Zinfandel Saint Georges 2024 (750ml) Cadetto Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo

Birichino Central Coast Zinfandel Saint Georges 2024 (750ml) Cadetto Cerasuolo d'AbruzzoThe Saint Georges Old Vines Zinfandel was first planted on gravelly loam soils by an Italian bootlegger in 1922 in the lee of the Santa Cruz Mountains, on the wrong side of the law and the road, and 50 too low to qualify for what became the Santa Cruz Mountains appellation in 1981. Yet the mountain and marine influence of Monterey Bay 12 miles west is undeniable the acidity is mouthwatering, enhanced by a stone fruit spectrum of flavors and alpine

Buchignani/Garcia

2023 Vintage Tasting Notes:

and hints of sweet pipe tobacco

exotic aromatics and pure supple flavours

This distinctive white is an excellent match for grilled shellfish

milk chocolate and baked spice

The power is obvious

Mineral undertones

playing nicely against the subtle sweetness of the wine

keeping just the right temperature during fermentation

To blend this wine

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