Dragonette 2012 Fiddlestix Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills)

Country: US / Fiddlestix Vineyard
Variety: Pinot Noir California
Winery: Dragonette / Sta. Rita Hills

A sharply seasoned nose of mace and allspice decorate the dark raspberry fruit and scarlet rose petals of this single-vineyard bottling by the Buellton-based winery. The palate presents black cardamom-laced, squeezed berry flavors, yet this wine is all about being fresh and lively on the palate, where bright acidity zings from beginning through the lasting finish.