2012 Paul Lato "Suerte - Solomon Hills Vineyard" Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir Lithe and lively

Lithe and lively

with graceful plum and raspberry fruit

it has so much more complexity aromatically than most

yes there are other very fine n̩gociants but the huge majority of them are really domaines hidden inside a "Maison" facade that buy in fruit or must to supplement their proprietary wines

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2012 Paul Lato "Suerte - Solomon Hills Vineyard" Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir Lithe and livelyEven better, the 2012 Pinot Noir Suerte Solomon Hills Vineyard has a vibrant, perfumed and beautifully clear personality that has more than a passing resemblance to a Grand Cru Burgundy. Darker berry fruits, spice box, licorice, mint and exotic floral nuances are all present here, and it hits the palate with a voluptuous texture that carries bright acidity, ripe tannin and full bodied richness. From a cool site that lies within sight of the Pacific