title: Pence Ranch 2012 Fugio Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County)
description: Red cherries, sagebrush and darkly colored slate elements power the tight nose on this wine from an estate located just east of the Sta. Rita Hills, which owner Blair Pence is trying to expand. The palate shows cracked peppercorns, cranberry-raspberry juice, lots of fresh energy and a decent amount of tannic grip.
variety: Pinot Noir
designation: Fugio