Donor: @David_Patte
Value: $240
MinBidIncr: $10
Auction Closes: 8pm PT
Thanks for perusing the auction site folks! I love participating on the board and giving back to this community. I am offering three Reserve Pinot Noir from 2021, 2022 and 2023. Shipping is included. Cheers, David, Sun Break Wines, WB handle: @David_Patte
These reserve Pinot Noir are made from a selection of our best barrels from each vintage. These cuvées are a blend of whole cluster fermented and destemmed fermented barrels. Cortell-Rose Vineyard, Eola-Amity Hills, Willamette Valley. 120-ish cases produced for each vintage.
2021 Sun Break Marie-Paule Reserve, 13.2% ABV, $55 - 93pts - Editors’ Choice (Wine Enthusiast):
“…blackberry-fruit aroma takes a back seat in blackness to a black pepper and resin note that reminded me of India ink… with flavors of raspberry and dark plum blending together with lemon drops and a mild banana note that made me hungry for fried plantains.” MICHAEL ALBERTY, WE, Jan. 2023*
2022 Sun Break Marie-Paule Reserve, 13.2% ABV, $75 - 96pts - Editor’s Choice (International Wine Report):
“…more rich and brooding than its siblings, but still light on its feet, it pops with notes of mountain blueberries, a touch of rhubarb, red licorice, and forest underbrush. Elegant and wonderfully balanced, it sports sweet tannins, perfect levels of acidity, and a broad mouthfeel.”* Jeremy Young, May 2024
2023 Sun Break Marie-Paule Reserve, 13.0% ABV, $75 - 95pts. - (International Wine Report).
The nose is detailed and expressive, with aromas of wild raspberry, cranberry compote, salted watermelon rind, blood orange peel, and crushed pink peppercorn. On the palate, it glides with finesse, revealing red fruit brightness, savory minerality, and a delicate citrus-laced lift. Silky tannins and finely tuned acidity strike a seamless balance, adding structure without weight.*” Jeremy Young, Sept. 2025
