2013 Pali Wine Co. Rancho la Viña Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

14.7% alc., 131 cases, $58. Bottled April 2015. This vineyard is located on the western edge of the Sta. Rita Hills AVA. Wine grapes share the ranch with cattle, walnuts, vegetables and various fruit trees. Clones 667, 115 and 777. Aged 16 months in 100% French oak barrels, 50% new. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. Fresh and lively aromas of cherry, strawberry, spice and sandalwood. A flirty wine with plenty of charming elegance that is easy to cozy up to, featuring mid weight juicy flavors of cherry and strawberry fruits framed by lacy tannins and a bright acid spine, finishing long and generous. Score: 92. Reviewed September 18, 2015

Winery: Pali Wine Co.
From article: Small Sips of Recently Tasted Pinot Noir