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Birichino - Jurassic Park Vineyard Chenin Blanc 2016

Birichino - Jurassic Park Vineyard Chenin Blanc 2016

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4/5 (1 customers)

90/100

Wine Enthusiast

(2015 vintage notes)

The old Chenin Blanc vines reveal notes of almond and wax, with a hint of honey. The palate is full-bodied, asserting its power and minerality, enhanced by lovely acidity and beautiful bitter notes on the finish. Such freshness and depth!

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Estate

Birichino

Vintage

Jurassic Park Vineyard Chenin Blanc

Vintage

2016

Designation

Californie

Region

California

Grape varieties

100% Chenin Blanc

Terroirs

sandy-limestone soils

Grape harvest

in two stages: in September and late

Wine making

fermentation with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks

Livestock farming

on lees in stainless steel tanks and neutral French oak barrels

Alcohol content

12.5%

Nose

aromas of almond and wood wax with honeyed notes

Mouth

Ample and well-structured. Powerful, with lovely acidity and minerality. Finish with lovely bitter notes, tension, and freshness.

Serve

at 10°C

Open

2 hours before

Drink from

2018

Drink before

2022

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

Enjoy with asparagus risotto, scallop carpaccio...

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Wine rating (2018 guide) 90/100 (2015 vintage)

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4/5

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Note and opinion by Mr. FLORENT B. Published on 05/23/2018

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