2012 Pali Pinot Noir Fiddlestix Vineyard

Bottled at the same time as the Cargasacchi Vineyard, the 2012 Pinot Noir Fiddlestix Vineyard had no such issues and is a sensational effort that’s firing on all cylinders. Giving up notes of crushed red berries, spice, flowers, and toast, this sexy, pure and elegant effort has thrilling purity and no hard edges. It too was aged in 50% new French oak, and while it’s hard to resist now, it should evolve gracefully through 2020 or so. Focusing on Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noirs, Pali Wine Company continues to release a bevy of beautiful wines. These latest releases are the best I’ve tasted from them. Tel. (805) 736-7200; www.paliwineco.com