Division "Lutte" Gamay Noir 2022

An aromatic cloud of dark cherries and sage smudge hovers above leather and sweet fresh-cut hay notes. The flavors are just as compelling, with boysenberry and tart cherry flavors duking it out with black tea and bone broth. The Lutte's fresh mouthfeel and zippy acidity are mere bonuses.

We adore Gamay for its uniquely brooding character. This year’s “Lutte” defines that trait and jumps straight out of the glass with a combination of crushed rocks, strawberries and peppery spices. 

“Lutte” translates “fight to overcome” in French in reference to Division's efforts to bring Oregon Gamay Noir to the attention of wine lovers all over the U.S.

The iron-rich volcanic soils that dominate the Eola Amity Hills have demonstrated the highest potential for serious Gamay in Oregon. These soils make up the majority of Division's Willamette Valley Gamay and thus the “Lutte” bottling. This region clearly transcribes site and variety and hence, a new single-site Gamay is born.

Fermented with native/spontaneous year with both whole cluster carbonic and semi-carbonic technique, as well as some destemmed traditional fermentation to capture the best of Gamay’s worlds - spice, fruit, tension, and structure. Aged in old barrels and concrete tanks, the wine was bottled after eight months. This Gamay was made without fining or filtration and only a small sulfur addition when blended.

This fantastic wine broods both brightness and darkness with its strawberry and spice-laden potion of deliciousness -- perfect for Gamay lovers. The deep and dark mineral tones and crunchy palate linger on for what seems like many minutes before slowly dissipating .

This wine will keep you guessing and intrigued until the bottle is gone. Drink now, drink tomorrow, or just wait and see what becomes of one of the finest Gamay efforts yet.