2021 Hiyu Wine Farm 'Noctua' Columbia Gorge, USA La Spinona ambient yeast fermentation and aging

ambient yeast fermentation and aging for 14 months on the lees in used barrels

much like 2021 Radian was

farmed organically since planting

Crafted from 100 % organically farmed Pinot Noir sourced from three high-calcium climats in Molesme—just south of Champagne—this cuvée is vinified and aged in stainless steel

its punchy grapefruit citrus is traded for soft preserved lemon

2021 Hiyu Wine Farm 'Noctua' Columbia Gorge, USA La Spinona ambient yeast fermentation and agingGrapes: A field blend of nearly 20 varieties, predominantly Prieto Picudo, Juan Garcia, Babosa Negro, and Touriga National. Vineyard: 0. 2 hectare parcel on a rolling plateau in the northeast corner of the farm exposed to wind and western sun. Winemakers note: The darkest and most powerful wine on our farm. The field is planted to a set of rare and exotic Spanish and Portuguese cultivars. We planted this parcel with the aim of making deep,