AKIKO'S CUVEE PINOT NOIR
gourmet pairings
Pairs wonderfully with pan-seared, fresh Northwest
salmon and morel mushrooms.
tasting notes
Typically, Akiko's Cuvée takes the longest to develop in the bottle, and we expect that
the high-acid, low-alcohol 2023 vintage will follow the same path. The wine will take
its time to evolve over the next few years. Aromas of woodland strawberries, black
raspberries, walnuts and toasted oak subtly make their way out of the glass after some
aeration time. The well-structured palate has plenty of acidity and tannins, and fruit to
keep all the elements in balance. The 2023 vintage should be showing well from mid-
2026 through 2040.
winemaker's insight
In 2023's trials, Akiko preferred our estate Gloria and Yu-ki vineyards, as well as Pratt.
The clones we used from Yu-ki included Calera, Mt. Eden, 2A Wadenswil, 23 Mariafeld,
144 and Dijon 667. From Gloria Estate, the clones included Pommard and Calera, with
smaller amounts of Swan, 115 and Martini. From the Pratt vineyard, one barrel of 2A
Wadenswil made it into the final blend.
awarDs & DistinCtions
96 points – James Suckling
93 points – Wine Spectator
Green & White Medal for Agricultural Excellence
APPELLATION: Sonoma Coast
COMPOSITION: 100% Pinot Noir - vineyard blends
MATURATION: Aged 18 months in French oak with about 25% new, puncheons
and concrete tulips
CELLARING: May be enjoyed three years from vintage year or up to 10-15 years
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