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Description
Yoshiaki and Kyoko Sato are doing something truly special at their farm in Mount Pisa. They moved away from corporate lives in Tokyo and London to commit fully to this site, and their obsession with biodynamic farming has made them one of the most respected names in Central Otago. "Sur les Nuages" translates to "Above the Clouds," and it really captures the elevated, ethereal style they aim for. We’re big fans of this couple, their ability to produce wines of such incredible clarity is always a highlight of our year.
The 2023 growing season was a bit of a rollercoaster, but it played right into the Satos' hands. After a nervous, frosty start to spring, a warm and settled summer provided the concentration they need, while the cooler finish to the season preserved the natural brightness of the fruit. Because Yoshi and Kyoko stick to a very hands-off approach - natural ferments and minimal sulphur - this wine is a transparent look at that vintage. It isn't weighed down by heavy oak; instead, it's driven by the energy of the site.
It’s remarkably expressive. You get bright, crunchy layers of wild strawberry and red cherry, underpinned by a more savoury, earthbound character - think forest floor and a touch of dried herbs. The texture is the real winner here; it has a lovely tension and a fine, silken frame that makes it feel incredibly sophisticated. It’s a plush, soulful Pinot that shows exactly why the Satos are considered masters of their craft.
96 points
"A pinot noir with clarity and purity, showing fresh and dried strawberries, burnt oranges and layers of cherries and cranberries. A touch of orange peel. Medium-bodied with a solid core of fruit, fine tannins and a juicy undertone. Crunchy, with hints of smoke and flint at the end."
- James Suckling
Customer Reviews
| Price Bracket | $51 to $100 |
| Type | Red |
| Body | Light Bodied |
| Variety | Pinot Noir |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Central Otago |
| Feature |
Women in Wine Natural/Lo-Fi Organic High Score |
| Reviewed By |
James Suckling |
| Critic Score |
96 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Closure | DIAM Cork |
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Most wine retailers list at a single-bottle price and then discount 10–15% when you buy six or twelve. We've taken the opposite approach. Since the overwhelming majority of our orders are already 6 bottles or more, our list price is set for the case buyer from the start. There's no inflated single-bottle price to discount down from.
What that means for you:
- One price, same for everyone — no minimum to hit to unlock the best rate
- No mixed-six gymnastics to qualify for a discount
- Our single-bottle price is typically at or below a traditional retailer's by-the-dozen rate
Put simply: the box discount is already baked into the price.
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