2017 ROAR Rosella’s Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.8% alc., pH 3.74, TA 0.59, 710 cases, $62. Clones 23, 113, 667, 777, Pisoni and Pommard. Aged in French oak barrels, 65% new. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Enticing aromas of dark red cherry, baking spices and toasty oak. The nucleus of black raspberry and blackberry fruits really impresses in the mouth. Good harmony, with gracious tannins, integrated alcohol, and some finishing purpose. Score: 92. Reviewed March 23, 2019

Winery: ROAR
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