2013 Aiken Fiddlestix Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

14.7% alc., 146 cases, $55. A blend of clones 777 and Pommard 5. 100% de-stemmed, 4-day cold soak, aged in 33% new French oak barrels. · Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. An array of dark red and black berry aromas infused with graphite and woodland scents greet the nose. The middleweight flavors of dark red and purple berries are framed by wellhoned tannins and judicious oak. Noticeably vigorous on the attack with a welcome intensity on the finish that offers gratifying length. Very similar to the Sonoma Mountain Pinot Noirs in style, but this wine has its own cachet. Still redeeming the following day when tasted from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. Score: 91. Reviewed February 26, 2016

Winery: Aiken Wines
From article: Sips of Recently Tasted Wines