2013 ROAR Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands
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This is the largest producer release; there's roughly 1,628 cases of the 2013 Pinot Noir from Santa Lucia Highlands to go around. Made from a blend of close to equal parts Garys', Rosella's and Sierra Mar (with small parts from Pisoni and Soberanes), the 2013 Pinot Noir gives up gorgeous notes of black raspberries, blackberries, toasted spice, dried soil and underbrush. Medium to full-bodied, elegant, and seamless with bright acidity that is nicely integrated, enjoy this beauty anytime over the coming 5-6 years. It's a perfect introduction into the style of wines from this estate and is well worth tracking down.
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Josh Raynolds
Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate
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Bright ruby. Aromas and flavors of fresh blackberry, cherry and candied rose, with cola and licorice notes adding depth. Sappy, penetrating and focused, with vibrant dark berry and bitter cherry flavors deepening as the wine opens with air. Finishes with very good thrust and slow-building tannins that fold smoothly into the wine's juicy fruit.