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Roco Pinot Noir The Stalker 2019 750ml

size
750ml
country
United States
region
Oregon
appellation
Willamette Valley
WE
92
WS
91
Additional vintages
WE
92
Rated 92 by Wine Enthusiast
This is fermented with de-stemmed stalks—not whole clusters—to add what winemaker Rollin Soles calls “stalk-derived spice and body.” In past vintages the result could be excessively stemmy, but Soles has refined the process and the result is a smooth and fruity wine with hints of dill and pepper. The barrel aging (all neutral) nonetheless has left a seam of caramel across the palate, with pomegranate and cherry fruit in the background. ... More details
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Roco Pinot Noir The Stalker 2019 750ml

SKU 858563
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Professional Ratings
WE
92
WS
91
WE
92
Rated 92 by Wine Enthusiast
This is fermented with de-stemmed stalks—not whole clusters—to add what winemaker Rollin Soles calls “stalk-derived spice and body.” In past vintages the result could be excessively stemmy, but Soles has refined the process and the result is a smooth and fruity wine with hints of dill and pepper. The barrel aging (all neutral) nonetheless has left a seam of caramel across the palate, with pomegranate and cherry fruit in the background.
WS
91
Rated 91 by Wine Spectator
Savory and well-focused, with structured raspberry, forest floor and black tea accents that build toward a slight tannic bite. Drink now through 2030. 1,370 cases made.
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Deep and nutty aromatics jump quickly to a wild blackberry patch at the edge of the deciduous forest. There’s even a touch of maple syrup fresh from the tree. In the mouth you’ll get a rich brawny and sensuous tannins wrapped by luscious, wild blackberry fruit and a spice rack of “Silk Road” flavors. This robust, deep red cherry fruited wine tends toward a surprisingly elegant finish that will stalk your dreams after the first glass. It’s wickedly good.
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size
750ml
country
United States
region
Oregon
appellation
Willamette Valley
Additional vintages
Overview
Rated 92 - This is fermented with de-stemmed stalks—not whole clusters—to add what winemaker Rollin Soles calls “stalk-derived spice and body.” In past vintages the result could be excessively stemmy, but Soles has refined the process and the result is a smooth and fruity wine with hints of dill and pepper. The barrel aging (all neutral) nonetheless has left a seam of caramel across the palate, with pomegranate and cherry fruit in the background.
green grapes

Varietal: Pinot Noir

Regularly described as being the grape varietal responsible for producing the world's most romantic wines, Pinot Noir has long been associated with elegance and a broad range of flavors The name means 'black pine' in French, and this is due to the fact that the fruit of this particular varietal is especially dark in color, and hangs in a conical shape, like that of a pine cone. Despite being grown today in almost every wine producing country, Pinot Noir is a notoriously difficult grape variety to cultivate. This is because it is especially susceptible to various forms of mold and mildew, and thrives best in steady, cooler climates. However, the quality of the fruit has ensured that wineries and vintners have persevered with the varietal, and new technologies and methods have overcome many of the problems it presents. Alongside this, the wide popularity and enthusiasm for this grape has ensured it will remain a firm favorite amongst wine drinkers for many years to come.
barrel

Region: Oregon

Since the 1840s, vineyards have been cultivated and wines have been produced within the beautiful state of Oregon, which is now the United States' third biggest producer of fine wines. Although best known for their Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir wines, which have won several awards in recent years, Oregon is home to a surprisingly large range of fine grape varietals. Chardonnay, Merlot and Riesling also all flourish in the cooler areas of Oregon, and there are plenty of wineries across the state keen to experiment with all sorts of Old World classic varietals, as well as many of the hybrid grapes which characterise the country's wine industry. Oregon is also well known for its organic and biodynamic wine industry, making it a fascinating region for new ideas and new styles of wines, all of which are quickly gaining popularity around the world.
fields

Country: United States

The first European settlers to consider growing grapevines in the United States must have been delighted when they discovered the now famous wine regions within California, Oregon and elsewhere. Not even in the Old World are there such fertile valleys, made ideal for vine cultivation by the blazing sunshine, long, hot summers and oceanic breezes. As such, it comes as little surprise that today more than eighty-nine percent of United States wines are grown in the valleys and on the mountainsides of California, where arguably some of the finest produce in the world is found. However, American wine does not begin and end with California, and due to the vast size of the country and the incredible range of terrains and climates found within the United States, there is probably no other country on earth which produces such a massive diversity of wines. From ice wines in the northern states, to sparkling wines, aromatized wines, fortified wines, reds, whites, rosés and more, the United States has endless surprises in store for lovers of New World wines.
bottle and glass

Appellation: Willamette Valley

Oregon is a fascinating state when it comes to United States' wines. Although not as famous as nearby California, Oregon has been consistently lauded for its dedication to quality, experimentation and innovation over recent decades, helping it establish a powerful wine industry with a great reputation. Within Oregon, we find the beautiful wine region of Willamette Valley, a lush a fertile region most commonly associated with the production of high quality Pinot Noir grapes, which are internationally recognized as being responsible for many of the New World's finest red wines. Whilst the Pinot Noir grape is the most commonly grown across the region, the climatic conditions and soil types in Willamette Valley make it an ideal location for the cultivation of many different varietals, making it a very interesting area to explore through wine.
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Varietal: Pinot Noir

Regularly described as being the grape varietal responsible for producing the world's most romantic wines, Pinot Noir has long been associated with elegance and a broad range of flavors The name means 'black pine' in French, and this is due to the fact that the fruit of this particular varietal is especially dark in color, and hangs in a conical shape, like that of a pine cone. Despite being grown today in almost every wine producing country, Pinot Noir is a notoriously difficult grape variety to cultivate. This is because it is especially susceptible to various forms of mold and mildew, and thrives best in steady, cooler climates. However, the quality of the fruit has ensured that wineries and vintners have persevered with the varietal, and new technologies and methods have overcome many of the problems it presents. Alongside this, the wide popularity and enthusiasm for this grape has ensured it will remain a firm favorite amongst wine drinkers for many years to come.
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Region: Oregon

Since the 1840s, vineyards have been cultivated and wines have been produced within the beautiful state of Oregon, which is now the United States' third biggest producer of fine wines. Although best known for their Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir wines, which have won several awards in recent years, Oregon is home to a surprisingly large range of fine grape varietals. Chardonnay, Merlot and Riesling also all flourish in the cooler areas of Oregon, and there are plenty of wineries across the state keen to experiment with all sorts of Old World classic varietals, as well as many of the hybrid grapes which characterise the country's wine industry. Oregon is also well known for its organic and biodynamic wine industry, making it a fascinating region for new ideas and new styles of wines, all of which are quickly gaining popularity around the world.
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Oregon is a fascinating state when it comes to United States' wines. Although not as famous as nearby California, Oregon has been consistently lauded for its dedication to quality, experimentation and innovation over recent decades, helping it establish a powerful wine industry with a great reputation. Within Oregon, we find the beautiful wine region of Willamette Valley, a lush a fertile region most commonly associated with the production of high quality Pinot Noir grapes, which are internationally recognized as being responsible for many of the New World's finest red wines. Whilst the Pinot Noir grape is the most commonly grown across the region, the climatic conditions and soil types in Willamette Valley make it an ideal location for the cultivation of many different varietals, making it a very interesting area to explore through wine.