Pinot Noir, Kusuda Wines 2023

The 2023 Pinot Noir is incredibly light in the glass, and it aromatically leads with a delicate display of red fruits, baking spices, cranberry and strawberry. The tannins in the mouth are twiggy and fine, and despite the very light weight, the length of flavor is good. 2023 will likely always be remembered in New Zealand for Cyclone Gabrielle, which wrought widespread damage upon much of the North Island, including significant rainfall. As a result, wines like this really are a testament to the perseverance and determination of producers. 12% alcohol, sealed under natural cork.