Hundred Suns Wine, Old Eight Cut Pinot Noir, 2023, 750ml

Description

The Old Eight Cut refers to a diamond cut dating back to the 1400s using simple tools and few cuts to enhance the natural brilliance of the stone without disguising its true nature.

A cool, damp spring in 2023 led to a late budbreak. Summertime temperatures quickly climbed, and we were able to harvest our collection of dry farmed vineyards in a perfect window from September 15th through the 23rd.

Slow natural fermentations flowed by aging on fine lees produced a wine with dark red fruit, incredible depth, and drinkablity.

Tasting Notes:
Black cherries, a hint of red currant, and a dusting of dark chocolate. The first sip shows a center point of sweetness that is buttressed by ripe tannins and a hint of nori that give the wine a serious edge. With air and time, the sappy spicy notes that come from partial whole cluster fermentation resonate on the finish, making this wine that will drink well now and over the next 10 years.