2022 Domaine Takahiko Soga Nana-Tsu-Mori Pinot Noir 2022

This is one of the most sought-after cult icons in the world of natural and artisanal fine wine: the Domaine Takahiko Nana-Tsu-Mori Pinot Noir 2022. Crafted by visionary winemaker Takahiko Soga in the cool-climate coastal hills of Yoichi-Nobori, Hokkaido, Domaine Takahiko has achieved legendary global acclaim for its low-intervention, whole-cluster vinification and deep expression of Japanese terroir (dashi and umami). The 2022 vintage showcases remarkable purity, vibrancy, and aromatic tension. The nose opens with an ethereal, highly perfumed bouquet of sour red cherries, wild cranberries, and dried rose petals, intricately laced with hallmark notes of forest floor, matsutake mushroom, shiitake broth, incense, and subtle Japanese spice. On the palate, it is delicate, transparent, and silky, delivering ultrafine tannins with a mouthwatering, mineral-driven acidity and a distinct, savory umami depth that lingers long on the finish.

Highlights

• Vintage: 2022

• Region/Appellation: Yoichi, Hokkaido, Japan

• Producer: Domaine Takahiko (Takahiko Soga)

• Grape: 100% Pinot Noir

• Style: Artisanal, Low-Intervention, Ethereal, Umami-Rich Cult Pinot Noir

• Perfect for (food pairing): High-end Japanese dining such as binchotan charcoal-grilled duck breast with sansho pepper, charcoal-grilled unagi (eel), wagyu tataki, or delicate yakitori dishes. Its haunting umami depth, forest floor nuances, and fine acidity also make it a sublime partner for dishes featuring matsutake or truffled wild mushrooms, slow-braised squab, pan-seared quail, or a rich dashi-based seafood broth.