Roar Wines Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022 Red Wine

Roar Wines Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022 

Santa Lucia Highlands, CA

94 pts. Wine Independent:

"Medium ruby-purple in color, the 2022 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir comes bounding out with eager-to-please scents of black cherry compote and juicy blackberries followed by hints of spice cake, fallen leaves, and tilled soil. The medium to full-bodied palate is jam packed with black and red berry layers framed by velvety tannins and just enough freshness, finishing long and spicy."

93 pts. Wine Spectator:

"A wave of juicy boysenberry and mulberry fruit splays out, with singed anise, sweet tobacco and fruitcake notes emerging through the flattering finish. For fans of the big fruit style. Drink now through 2030."

No one knows the Santa Lucia Highlands AVA better than Roar's founder Gary Franscioni. In 1996 he planted Rosella's Vineyard, named after his wife. The following year he and Gary Pisoni planted Garys' Vineyard. Both vineyards' Pinot Noir grapes are of the best quality and are highly sought-after by many wineries. Of course, since he owns the vineyards, he gets first choice of the grapes that he’ll use for his Pinots. The best grapes combined with a talented winemaker result in consistently delicious Roar Pinot Noirs! - Wine Factor

Tasting Notes

Leather, tobacco, and cola in a dense, masculine cloak of ripe dark berries makes one imagine sipping this in an old 19th-century library. This wine has a refined richness that stands out, and ages beautifully.

The Vineyard

Established on a handshake between two lifelong friends, Garys’ Vineyard was planted in 1997 and quickly rose to fame as a desirable source for quality Pinot Noir. This vineyard exemplifies the enduring friendship and farming partnership between Gary Franscioni and Gary Pisoni, now carried on by their four sons. Standing a the foot of the vineyard, the fifty acres of rows progress in a “V” shape over the rocky alluvial soil, up toward the Highlands’ summit. Planted completely to Pinot Noir, Garys’ Vineyard is known for bold, spicy aromatics and rich berry flavors that only improve over time.

About the 2022 Vintage