2022 ROAR Pinot Noir Soberanes Vineyard
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The 2022 Pinot Noir Soberanes Vineyard was a touch closed relative to the rest of the Roar wines, opening with a reticent but ripe nose of blue/purple fruits, licorice and graphite aromas. The palate is velvety and decadent in its fruit concentration, and there's a stony, mineral-tinged finish that lacks depth compared to its counterparts. It's possible I caught this in an awkward spot and could merit a higher score with time.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Matthew Luczy, Wine Advocate
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The 2022 Pinot Noir Soberanes Vineyard comes from a site planted in the early 2000s, and it's slightly warmer than Rosella's. Its semi-opaque ruby hue gives way to concentrated, medium-bodied Pinot Noir that has beautiful richness in its ripe black cherry, iron, baking spice, and savory herb-like aromas and flavors. With terrific mid-palate depth, ripe, soft tannins, and outstanding length, it benefits from a short decant and will drink brilliantly through 2032+.
The 2022 Pinot Noir Soberanes Vineyard is expressive and pliant. Generous swaths of spiced dark fruit open the nose, leading to a plush, round, gently sweet wine packed with sheer allure. Moderate acidity and crushed rock minerality keep the 2022 propped up, finishing dark and super-long. The 69% new oak is particularly evident in the mouthfeel and spice character, but it’s neatly woven into the wine’s fabric.