2022 Le Ferme de Sato Les Violettes Pinot Noir
2022 Le Ferme de Sato Les Violettes Pinot Noir

2022 Le Ferme de Sato Les Violettes Pinot Noir

Sato |Central Otago |Pinot Noir
Elegant and expressive, this Pinot Noir reflects the Satos’ organic practices and whole-berry fermentation approach, resulting in a lighter, more refined style that sets it apart from typical Otago Pinots.
4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
3 Reviews
Price:
$129.00
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Description

The 2022 Le Ferme de Sato Les Violettes Pinot Noir is the top-of-the-tree Pinot Noir expression from this much sought-after artisan Central Otago producer.

Yoshiaki and Kyoko Sato, former international bankers turned pioneering winemakers, craft this wine with absolute precision. Fermented as 100% whole berries and farmed organically on their Mount Pisa vineyard, this cuvée captures the Satos’ philosophy of minimal-intervention winemaking. Natural fermentation, no additives, and minimal sulphur additions preserve the wine’s purity and transparency, making it a genuine reflection of its terroir.

Expect a silky-smooth palate of bright red fruits—think strawberries, raspberries, and a hint of cranberry—lifted by vibrant acidity and subtle floral notes. Supple and elegant, this Pinot is as graceful as it is approachable, with a levity that sets it apart from more brooding examples of the region.

Rare and sought-after, the Les Violettes is a world-class Pinot Noir and a must-have for those chasing handcrafted wines that shine with character and charm.

Customer Reviews

4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
Based on 3 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 2 Total 4 star reviews: 1 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0
3 reviews
  • RN
    Ramon N.
    Verified Buyer
    1 month ago
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    2022 Le Ferme de Sato Les Violettes Pinot Noir
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    Silky

    Ready to drink Central Otago pinot noir.

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  • LD
    LUKE D.
    Verified Buyer
    1 year ago
    Reviewing
    2021 Le Ferme de Sato Les Violettes Pinot Noir
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Japanese inspired Kiwi Pinot bliss

    Good structure and flavour. Easy to drink

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  • KM
    Keith M.
    Verified Buyer
    1 year ago
    Reviewing
    2021 Le Ferme de Sato Les Violettes Pinot Noir
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Absolutely beautiful wine

    More delicate than most central Otago Pinots with that old world sophistication.

    Loved it

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Price Bracket $101 and Above
Type Red
Body Medium Bodied
Variety Pinot Noir
Country New Zealand
Region Central Otago
Feature Women in Wine
Natural/Lo-Fi
Organic
Size 750ml
Vintage 2022
Closure DIAM Cork

Sato

Yoshiaki Sato and his wife Kyoko harbor a deep passion for wine that led them on a unique journey. Originating from careers in international banking in Tokyo and London, they took a bold step toward realizing their wine aspirations by relocating to New Zealand. After a brief period at Lincoln University in Christchurch, where they pursued a graduate diploma in viticulture & viniculture, they eventually found themselves in Central Otago.

Yoshiaki Sato honed his craft during a two-year tenure at Felton Road alongside Blair Walters and a time at Mount Edward with Duncan Forsyth. The year 2009 marked the inception of the Sato label, as they acquired organically produced grapes, crafting their first 250 cases of Pinot Noir. A fervent advocate for organics and biodynamics, Sato adopts a hands-off approach in the winery, relying on natural ferments sans commercial yeasts, eschewing additives in the fermentation process, and employing minimal sulfur just before bottling.

In early 2016, the Satos made a significant investment by acquiring a 5-hectare (3.2 hectares effective) east-facing plot on Mount Pisa near Cromwell. This chemical-free site, featuring Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Gamay Noir, and Pinot Noir plantings, serves as a testament to their unwavering dedication to sustainable and quality winemaking.

Yoshiaki & Kyoko Sato Sato

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