Pali Wine Co. Summit Pinot Noir is a premium wine produced by Pali Wine Co. The grapes are sourced from the Santa Rita Hills appellation, known for its cool climate and unique soil composition. The vineyard features steep slopes and a maritime influence, resulting in grapes with concentrated flavors and balanced acidity. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the best grapes, gentle handling, and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is elegant and complex, with notes of dark cherry, raspberry, and spice. It has a silky texture and a long, smooth finish. Pali Wine Co. Summit Pinot Noir is a must-try for Pinot Noir lovers looking for a high-quality wine with a sense of place.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This elegant and balanced Pinot Noir from Pali Wine Co.Summit is full of aromas of ripe cherry, red currant, and cranberry, with subtle notes of coffee, nutmeg, and vanilla. On the palate, it has a rich and velvety texture, with bright acidity and a long, lingering finish. Enjoy this wine now or cellar it for a few years to savor its complexity.
EXPERT RATING
3.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2026
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Pinot Noir
ORIGINS
Winery: Pali Wine Co.
Region: Central Coast California
The Central Coast of California is a wine lover's paradise, boasting a wide variety of climates, soils, and grape varieties. Located between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Central Coast spans from Monterey County in the north to Santa Barbara County in the south. With its diverse topography and Mediterranean climate, the Central Coast is home to some of the most renowned wineries in the United States.
The Central Coast has a long and storied history of winemaking, dating back to the mid-1800s. The first vineyards were planted in the Santa Clara Valley, and by the late 1800s, the region was producing some of the finest wines in the country. The region's reputation for quality wines was further solidified in the early 1989, when the Santa Clara Valley was declared among the first American Viticultural Area (AVA) in the United States.