Pali Wine Co.

Fiddlestix Vineyard Pinot Noir

9.126 ratings
9.18 pro ratings
Sta. Rita Hills, Central Coast, California, USA
Pinot Noir
Turkey, Game, Exotic Spices, Soft Cheese, Duck, Goose, Salads & Greens, Potato, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, White Rice, Pasta, Herbs, Nuts & Seeds, Mushrooms, Chicken, Meaty & Oily Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Stew, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Salami & Prosciutto, Salmon, Quinoa, Shellfish
Top Notes For
MICHAEL COOPER DipWSET

Owner TomeVinos wine shops, WSET Level 3, Blogger www.spanishwinesandmore.com, blog.tomevinos.com

9.5

This 2012 is delicious it has a lot of dark red fruit and dark black fruit that’s with cherries so silky tannins and it’s just lovely to drink once it opens up there’s a little bit more tar and a little more mushrooms so I’d recommend if you have a 2012 vintage and your seller drink now or forever hold your peace

This 2012 is delicious it has a lot of dark red fruit and dark black fruit that’s with cherries so silky tannins and it’s just lovely to drink once it opens up there’s a little bit more tar and a little more mushrooms so I’d recommend if you have a 2012 vintage and your seller drink now or forever hold your peace

Aug 8th, 2022
MICHAEL COOPER DipWSET

Owner TomeVinos wine shops, WSET Level 3, Blogger www.spanishwinesandmore.com, blog.tomevinos.com

9.0

#staritahills #pinotnoir #sbcountywines #paliwineco I believe a 90 is the right score for this wine. It's aging beautifully for a 2011. Deep and ripe PN the aromas are more VA and almost syrah or Zinfandelish than PN. What I love is the body and the refinement on the palate. There's a lovely sage and myrrh sensation that later leaves a dark cherry jam finish. Warm alcohol.

#staritahills #pinotnoir #sbcountywines #paliwineco I believe a 90 is the right score for this wine. It's aging beautifully for a 2011. Deep and ripe PN the aromas are more VA and almost syrah or Zinfandelish than PN. What I love is the body and the refinement on the palate. There's a lovely sage and myrrh sensation that later leaves a dark cherry jam finish. Warm alcohol.

Aug 29th, 2017
Greg Helmer

Deep rich and very smooth for three years young. Pepper and fruit flavors in a positively Pinot wine. Could be sipped on its own merit or paired nicely with a rich or spicy meal. Seems like it would age very well.

Deep rich and very smooth for three years young. Pepper and fruit flavors in a positively Pinot wine. Could be sipped on its own merit or paired nicely with a rich or spicy meal. Seems like it would age very well.

1 person found it helpfulApr 19th, 2017
Ryan Carey

Founder Wine Confidential

9.2

Very impressive. Vanilla and spice over blackberry and currant. Fairly long finish on this medium bodied Pinot.

Very impressive. Vanilla and spice over blackberry and currant. Fairly long finish on this medium bodied Pinot.

1 person found it helpfulNov 1st, 2016
M J
9.0

I think my husband would rate this @paliwineco a little higher than I would. Strong and bold, very masculine. I would hold a while longer to let the flavors integrate more. Still good though. I personally prefer the Rivera #PinotNoir.

I think my husband would rate this @paliwineco a little higher than I would. Strong and bold, very masculine. I would hold a while longer to let the flavors integrate more. Still good though. I personally prefer the Rivera #PinotNoir.

1 person found it helpfulMay 1st, 2016
Greg Helmer

This has all the flavors and aroma for a fine Pinot Noir. A little bolder than some, lite pepper notes followed by fruits and ferment. Very nice drink.

This has all the flavors and aroma for a fine Pinot Noir. A little bolder than some, lite pepper notes followed by fruits and ferment. Very nice drink.

Jan 20th, 2019
Marshall Todd Herron DPM

Not bad for a cali pinot noir! This is 2013 Pali Wine Company and Fiddlestix vineyards pinot noir. Very drinkable! Very berry good. Lots of cherries and red Licorice. Finishes Dry with a thirst for more.

Not bad for a cali pinot noir! This is 2013 Pali Wine Company and Fiddlestix vineyards pinot noir. Very drinkable! Very berry good. Lots of cherries and red Licorice. Finishes Dry with a thirst for more.

Aug 31st, 2018
DE
8.8

Better wine from these guys..not amazing but has potential

Better wine from these guys..not amazing but has potential

Feb 18th, 2016
John Berghoff

John had this 7 years ago

John had this 7 years ago

Aug 9th, 2017
Jim Reed

Fine Wine Room Manager Harbor View Wines and Liquors

9.0

Jim had this 9 years ago

Jim had this 9 years ago

Jul 14th, 2015