Birichino Scylla 2022 cinsault Layers of plum and spice

Layers of plum and spice on the palate combine with dark chocolate shavings

the rustling golden smells of corn plants after harvest

Bright acidity draws all elements in symmetry

but much greater pleasure will be obtained through the exercise of patience

It is a crisp and mouth-watering style of riesling with a distinct nod to Germany and acidity its key feature making for a food friendly style – team it up with a whole baked Thai Snapper

Birichino Scylla 2022 cinsault Layers of plum and spiceA change in make up for Scylla this year, with Carignan leading proceedings and Mourvdre in support. The Carignan (78%) is sourced from two century old vineyardsMontague and Mule Planelocated within 500 metres of each other in the Mokelumne River area of Lodi. The Montague sitewith its big plump berries and buncheslends a juicy, crunchy and outgoing character to the more dense, dark, savoury and mineral profile of Mule Plane. Both sites give low