Domaine Hubert Lamy Saint-Aubin 1er Cru Derrière chez Edouard Vieilles Vignes Rouge 2023 chateau-lafaurie The highly sought-after Wairau Valley

The highly sought-after Wairau Valley is an ancient river bed nestled between two mountain ranges and bordered to the North by Cook Strait

Briary spice

Jurassic Park is the furthest-flung site Birichino works with

The varietal blend remains 60% Meunier

the vines have been replanted with the classic US Wente clone and a smattering of Dijon

Domaine Hubert Lamy Saint-Aubin 1er Cru Derrière chez Edouard Vieilles Vignes Rouge 2023 chateau-lafaurie The highly sought-after Wairau ValleyDomaine Hubert Lamy Saint Aubin 1er Cru Derrire chez Edouard Vieilles Vignes Rouge 2023 is a finely detailed Pinot Noir from old vines planted on limestone rich slopes in Saint Aubin. The wine shows lifted aromas of red cherry, raspberry, rose petal, spice, and subtle earthy notes, with underlying mineral tension typical of the site. On the palate, it is elegant and energetic, combining silky tannins with bright acidity and impressive precision.