95 Point Benchmark Vintage Vinous Media: 2019 Etude Fiddlestix Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir
Ever heard of Jon Priest, the legendary winemaker behind Etude wines? Let me paint a picture for you: if Jon were in the Hollywood wine scene, he'd be a blend of Steven Spielberg's vision and Martin Scorsese's expertise. He's not just business-savvy; he's a maestro in the cellar, crafting wines that deserve sublime recognition.
Jon has been a cornerstone in California wine, refining his craft at esteemed wineries like Wild Horse, Adelaida Cellars, and Taz, before joining Etude in 2005.
Jon is an emblematic figure in the world of California wine. Over the years, he honed his craft at esteemed wineries such as Wild Horse, Adelaida Cellars, and Taz, before joining Etude in 2005.
And today, we've got something magical in store for you: the 2019 Etude Fiddlestix Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir.
This Pinot Noir is world-class and a formidable competitor to the top Pinots in the word. But don't just take our word for it—Wine Enthusiast raves about this wine, calling it "joyous and hedonistically pleasing."
Handpicked grapes were harvested at night to preserve freshness and integrity. A small percentage of the grapes were left as whole clusters to enhance aromatic expression and add structure to the wine. The wine then rested in small French oak barrels for 12 months
…. In short? This wine epitomizes excellence, quality, and elegance. Trust us; you'll regret not getting this!
Born in the exceptional 2019 vintage, the same one that earned 95 points and was hailed by Wine Spectator as a "benchmark vintage for California Pinot, with wines showing power, finesse, and the structure for cellaring."
