2017 ROAR Pisoni Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.7% alc., pH 3.69, TA 0.58, 365 cases, $75. Pisoni clone. Aged in French oak barrels, 60% new. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. The nose reluctantly opens slowly over time to reveal deep aromas of dark fruits and sous bois. Exceptionally pure and intense black cherry fruit with appealing spice, iron and animale undertones. A harmonious edition, with suave tannins, ideal oak integration, and a finish filled with joyous appeal. A consummate connoisseur’s wine that will gain traction with more time in the cellar. Score: 94. Reviewed March 23, 2019

Winery: ROAR
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