The 2023 Roserock Zephirine Pinot Noir from the Eola-Amity Hills radiates with a translucent crimson hue that hints at its purity and depth. The nose unfolds in waves of crushed pomegranate, cherry blossom, and ripe red plum, interwoven with accents of sandalwood, star anise, and fresh cedary herbs. On the palate, it is both supple and commanding, gliding across with notes of Bing cherry, blood orange, and spiced hibiscus that meld beautifully with its savory, stony backbone. The texture is polished and seamless, supported by ultra-fine tannins that create structure without weight. A gentle undercurrent of minerality drives the finish, leaving a lingering impression of rose petal and black tea. This is a stunningly detailed and harmonious Pinot Noir that captures the elegance, tension, and soul of the Eola-Amity Hills. This wine evokes the feeling of listening to a Yo-Yo Ma cello solo beneath an autumn canopy - refined, deeply emotional, and timelessly beautiful. Highly recommended and editor’s choice.

So pretty, charming and elegant, with floral aromas, light tannins and quiet vibrancy. Fresh raspberries, sour cherries, red cherries, rose petals and minerals give it complexity and appeal. Finesse, nerve and great balance. Drink now or hold. Jim Gordon Executive Editor

A bright red color, the 2023 Pinot Noir Roserock Zephirine offers focused and expressive notes of wild raspberries, framboise, rosy perfume, and sweet herbs. Medium-bodied, it has ripe tannins and an approachable feel, with its underlying mineral focus shining through the midpalate and finish. It’s delicious now but will only improve over the next 6-7 years and drink well over the coming 15 years.

Roserock’s Zépherine bottling of pinot noir is a barrel selection that is made in the cellars by head winemaker Véronique Drouhin each year. The 2023 Zépherine comes in at 14.1 percent octane and offers up a supremely elegant aromatic constellation of red and black cherries, raw cocoa, pigeon, a superb base of dark soil tones, a touch of brown spice, sweet stem tones, fresh thyme from the whole clusters, roses and a very stylish framing of cedary oak. On the palate the wine is deep, precise and full-bodied, with a gorgeous core of fruit, great soil signature, ripe, buried tannins, impeccable balance and a very long, complex and extremely promising finish. This is going to be a beautiful long distance runner, but it starts out life properly structured and will need its time of hibernation in the cellar before it starts to stir.

(94+ points) The 2023 Pinot Noir Zéphirine unfolds dramatically in the glass; flint, pipe tobacco, damp earth and mushroom give way to pure blackberry and black cherry as it opens. The full-bodied palate is powerfully styled with concentrated yet nuanced flavors. It’s framed by velvety tannins and succulent acidity and has a long, dynamic finish. It should be long lived in the cellar. 2,161 cases produced.- EB

The 2023 Pinot Noir Zéphirine wafts up with an understated blend of dried flowers, spiced citrus and wild strawberries. A stern mineral core and brisk acidity enliven the tart wild berry fruits. Youthful tension pinches at the cheeks, leaving angular tannins and admirable freshness. - Eric Guido, July 2025