The 2012 Pinot Noir is a beauty. Perfumed, up front and textured, it shows the vintage nicely with its spiced cherries, tar, crushed flowers and hints of licorice on the nose. Showing more floral notes with air, I love its overall purity and texture, and it should continue to drink nicely for another 3-4 years, if not longer. Coming from the Edna Valley and leaning heavily toward the fresher, elegant and lightly textured end of the spectrum, these are all noteworthy wines from Chamisal Vineyards. Tel. (805) 541-9463; www.chamisalvineyards.com