This is usually the big boy of Laetitia’s three single vineyard wines. I have yet to taste the La Colline or the Les Galets from 2012, but based on past experience it’s a good bet that this one is the biggest. This vintage brings a very ripe nose of plum, cherry and smoky oak tones with big fall spice that doesn’t overpower the fruit and helps bring out the earthiness. It’s very rich and long, yet shows the balance that Laetitia has become known for. It’s pricey, but costs less than most California Pinots made in this style. Well done!
Laetitia Vineyard & Winery, Arroyo Grande Valley (California) Pinot Noir 2012
By Rich Cook