2022 Hundred Suns Own Rooted Pinot Noir
Tasting Notes
Due to the root louse phylloxera, these plantings have become increasingly rare and this selection shows the beauty and elegance that can be achieved when Pinot Noir is planted without rootstock. This wine possesses the delicate floral, etched red fruit, and silky-yet-firm tannins that exemplify the best of Pinot Noir in Oregon. A unique and special wine.
About Hundred Suns
Hundred Suns is a boutique winery nestled in Oregon's renowned Willamette Valley. Founded by husband-and-wife team Grant Coulter and Renée Saint-Amour, the winery derives its name from the approximate number of days of sunshine during the grape-growing season. With a philosophy rooted in minimal intervention, Hundred Suns focuses on small-batch production, allowing the unique terroir of each vineyard site to shine through in their wines. Their approach emphasizes a deep respect for the land, resulting in wines that are both expressive and reflective of Oregon's diverse landscapes.
Grant Coulter, formerly the head winemaker at Beaux Frères winery, brings a wealth of experience and a passion for crafting nuanced wines. Alongside Renée, they collaborate with select vineyards across the Willamette Valley, sourcing high-quality grapes to produce wines that have garnered critical acclaim for their balance, complexity, and elegance. Hundred Suns stands as a testament to meticulous craftsmanship and a commitment to showcasing the potential of Oregon's viticulture.
Winery: Hundred Suns
Origin: Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA
Vintage: 2022
Wine Type: Red Wine
Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Vineyard: 50% Bednarik Vineyard, Tualatin Hills AVA, 25% Noren Vineyard, Willamette Valley AVA, 25% Koosah Vineyard, Eola-Amity Hills AVA
Soil: Volcanic and Marine Sedimentary
Farming: All planted with ungrafted or "own rooted" Pinot Noir
Winemaker: Grant Coulter
Wine Details
• Alcohol: 13.6%
• Bottle Size: 750 ml
• Bottles Per Case: 12
• Picked in Late September & Early October
• Native Yeast Fermentation
• Only 97 Cases Produced
• 98 Points - Decanter