2023 Hundred Suns Pinot Meunier
Tasting Notes
A wine layered with cranberries, strawberries, sage, and rose water. This fresh, lively wine will be delicious in its youth and for years to come.
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: Van Duzer Corridor AVA, Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA
Vintage: 2023
Wine Type: Red Wine
Variety: 100% Pinot Meunier
Vineyard: Pamar Vineyard
Soil: Jory, Nekia
Farming: Dry Farmed, Sustainable
Winemaker: Grant Coulter
Wine Details
• Alcohol: 13%
• Bottle Size: 750 ml
• Bottles Per Case: 12
• Harvested on September 18
• Hand-Harvested and 100% Whole Cluster
• Native Yeast Fermentation
• 11 Months Neutral Oak
• Bottled Unfined and Unfiltered