{"product_id":"2022-roche-chateau-92-pts","title":"2022 Roche \"Château\" 🔥 92+pts | Exclusive Pre-Release","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eThe 2022 vintage is cut from the same cloth as the 2020 Château. Although made from only Merlot and Cab Sauv, this pre-release shows tremendous potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eWhile still very young and in its early stages, this wine may show even more power and definition than its predecessor. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eOn the nose, you get aromas of blue and black fruits… blueberry, black cherry, blackcurrant…along with tobacco, kirsch, dark chocolate and a hint of graphite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eOn the palate, the wine is still tight, tense, and compact, but I have a feeling this one will age beautifully over the next five to seven years plus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eFlavours of blackcurrant, black cherry, a touch of red cherry liqueur, sweet tobacco leaf, and dark chocolate are all on full display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eThe finish brings plenty of oak spice, lingering on a very long, evolving finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eThe tannins are still firm, the acidity is bright and crisp…everything here points to a wine that’s built for the cellar. Give it a good decant before serving. (Carl Boucher, March 28, 2026).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e400 cases produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e92+ points Carl's Wine Club\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eBC VQA Okanagan Valley \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e86% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eDry | RS: 2.2 g\/L | 14.4% ABV | Drink from 2027 to 2032\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePairings:\u003c\/b\u003e grilled beef tenderloin with red wine and mushroom sauce, slow braised lamb shank\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Roche","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52219276558629,"sku":null,"price":59.9,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/1984\/6693\/files\/RocheChateau2020_5cd81da1-3c9d-43c5-a730-ccc466e2a570.jpg?v=1776362964","url":"https:\/\/carlswineclub.com\/products\/2022-roche-chateau-92-pts","provider":"Carl's Wine Club","version":"1.0","type":"link"}