COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Carignane
PRODUCER
Birichino
REGION
California
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Short
Intensity
Medium - Light
Tannins
Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Birichino Car Car Glou Glou is a 2020 vintage red wine from California's Lodi region, specifically the Mokelumne River appellation. It is crafted entirely from 100% Carignane grapes sourced from old-vine vineyards. Founded in 2008, Birichino winery is dedicated to minimal intervention winemaking, focusing on preserving the unique qualities of historic vineyard sites. The 'Glou Glou' style signifies a wine designed for effortless enjoyment and immediate appeal.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Passed
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Glou Glou' means 'gulp gulp' in French, indicating its easy-drinking nature.
Fact 02
Made from 100% Carignane, a grape often used in blends but highlighted here as a single varietal.
Fact 03
Uses carbonic maceration, a technique famously used for Beaujolais Nouveau.
Fact 04
Grapes come from old vines, some planted in the 1920s or 1930s.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Birichino Car Car Glou Glou undergoes carbonic maceration for approximately 12 days, a process that emphasizes fruit expression and soft tannins. Fermentation is carried out using native yeasts. The wine is then bottled without fining or filtration, with minimal sulfur dioxide added. Aging typically occurs in neutral barrels to preserve the wine's inherent fruit character and vibrant profile. The grapes are sourced from old-vine Carignane vineyards in Lodi, California.
