Notes of: Cinnamon

Notes of: Violet

Notes of: Pear

Notes of: Licorice

Notes of: Plum

Notes of: Black Pepper

Lioco

Lioco Indica

United States, North Coast California

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

4.0

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Lioco Indica is a tribute to California's winemaking heritage, crafted from hand-harvested Carignan grapes sourced from historic Mendocino County ranches. With meticulous sorting and fermentation in open-top tanks and T-bins, the winemaking process achieves precision. Following pressing, the wine ages for 10 months in a combination of neutral oak barriques, puncheons, and stainless steel, allowing it to evolve gracefully. The vineyards, scattered across diverse elevations and soil types, highlight the rare, dry-farmed, head-trained Carignan vines.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Lioco Indica is a captivating wine.It is crafted with precision and care, resulting in a delightful sensory experience. On the nose, you can expect vibrant aromas of ripe red fruits, such as cherries and raspberries, accompanied by subtle floral notes. The palate is equally impressive, offering a harmonious blend of fruit flavors, including juicy strawberries and plums, complemented by hints of spice and earthiness. The tannins are well-integrated, providing a smooth and velvety texture. Lioco Indica is a medium-bodied wine with a refreshing acidity that adds a lively touch to its overall profile. It pairs wonderfully with a variety of dishes, from roasted poultry to grilled vegetables.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2028

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Firm

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Carignan

ORIGINS

Winery: Lioco

Region: North Coast California

The North Coast of California boasts some of the most renowned vineyards and wineries in the world. Located in the northern part of the state, the North Coast is home to the Napa Valley, Sonoma County, and Mendocino County, all of which are recognised for their exceptional wines. The North Coast of California has a long and storied history of winemaking, dating back to the mid-1800s. The region was first planted with vines by Spanish missionaries, who planted Mission grapes in the area. In the late 1800s, Italian immigrants began to settle in the region, bringing with them their own grape varieties and winemaking techniques. By the early 1900s, the North Coast had become a major wine-producing region, with many of the wineries still in operation today.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.0

0 Review