| Rating | 91 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Appellation |
Santa Lucia Highlands Monterey County Central Coast California USA |
| ABV | 14.5% |
| Price | $65.00 |
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| Review Updated | 2025-06-09 |
Perfect For
Dinner Parties, Dinner With The Parents, Pleasing A Crowd
Drink If You Like
Cabernet Franc, Merlot , Pinot Noir
Rombauer Vineyards Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir 2022 Review
The Santa Lucia Highlands overlook the Salinas Valley in California’s Central Coast. Here, just off of Monterey Bay, Rombauer harvests fruit for its Pinot Noir. All the sun from the valley and the wind from the ocean are in this wine. It has deep cherry notes on the nose with a hint of oak. The palate is soft and chewy with good fleshy fruit and supportive acidity.
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