{"product_id":"lioco-indica-red-mendocino-county-2024-750ml-red-wine-bottle-12-5-abv","title":"Lioco Indica Red Mendocino County 2024, 750ml Red Wine Bottle (12.5% ABV)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion: Mendocino County, California, USA\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: Predominantly Carignan, blended with Valdiguié, Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre (Old Vine Field Blend)\u003cbr\u003eBody: Light to Medium\u003cbr\u003eNotes: Wild blackberry, tart red plum, crushed pomegranate, dried hibiscus, black tea, and subtle gamey spice, with a snapping natural acidity and a clean, mineral-driven finish\u003cbr\u003ePairing: Continuous charcuterie boards, pork tenderloin, grilled burgers, mushroom pizza, or roasted duck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Producer\u003cbr\u003eLioco is a critically acclaimed, family-owned winery founded in 2005 by husband-and-wife duo Matt and Sara Licklider. Spanning cool-climate coastal regions across Mendocino, Sonoma, and Santa Cruz, Lioco was built on the principle that California wine can be delicate, complex, and low-alcohol. Sourcing exclusively from heritage vineyards—many featuring dry-farmed, decades-old vines—the team prioritizes sustainable and organic farming. In the cellar, winemaking centers on minimal intervention: spontaneous native fermentations, neutral aging vessels, no heavy extraction or new oak, and minimal handling to produce transparent, food-friendly wines that clearly reflect their sites.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Wine\u003cbr\u003e\"Indica Red\" is Lioco’s homage to Mendocino County's historic, dry-farmed old-vine plantings. Centered on 70+ year-old Carignan vines interplanted with Valdiguié and Rhône varieties, the fruit is hand-harvested from high-elevation, gravelly sites. In the cellar, a portion of whole clusters undergoes spontaneous wild fermentation in stainless steel, extracting vibrant color and fresh, crunchy aromatics without heavy, drying tannins. The 2024 vintage yields maximum drinkability; it masterfully pairs an expressive nose of wild red berries, floral tea, and crushed granite with a bright, mouthwatering acidity and a crisp, savory finish that shines even brighter with a light chill.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lioco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47794761203861,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/gcfwines.com\/products\/lioco-indica-red-mendocino-county-2024-750ml-red-wine-bottle-12-5-abv","provider":"Good Clean Fun","version":"1.0","type":"link"}