The 2023 Stefano Lubiana 'Sasso' Pinot Noir is a boundary-pushing Tasmanian red, forged from the absolute limits of the estate's biodynamic Derwent Valley vineyard. Sourced from three distinct terroirs within the estate's vineyard—Il Giardino, Ruscello, and La Roccia—this pristine single-vineyard release channels the pure fruit expression and zesty energy defining the state's coolest growing regions.
- Aromas: Dark cherries, wild blackberries, and rhubarb, layered with dried meadow flowers, exotic spice, and a clean, wet-stone mineral edge.
- Palate: Cranberries, amaro herbs, and pure wild strawberry riding over a focused, flinty mineral backbone.
- Style: Medium-bodied, structured, and incredibly refreshing, balancing a generous burst of fruit with a laser-sharp acid line and a long, clean finish.
- Winemaking: Crafted using 100% whole-bunch fermentation and matured for 12 months in seasoned French oak barriques to lock in maximum structural integration.
- Cellaring: Deliciously fresh and ready to enjoy right now, but possesses the excellent structure and drive to age gracefully in the cellar through 2038+.
- Food Pairing: Pairs wonderfully with roasted duck breast, wild mushroom risotto, pan-seared venison, or spicy Southeast Asian duck salads.
This bottle is a masterclass in whole-bunch architecture and pure cool-climate grit. It completely strips away the standard fruity Pinot playbook, delivering a savory profile and uncompromising estate craftsmanship that aggressively punches well above its weight.