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Welcome to the ROAR Wines blog! Here, you'll find the latest updates, behind-the-scenes stories, and a closer look at everything happening at ROAR. 

AUDIO: Gary Franscioni Monterey Roundtable
February 07, 2025

AUDIO: Gary Franscioni Monterey Roundtable

Gary Franscioni joins a roundtable of Monterey vintners and shares insights on what makes the region such a special place to farm.

Grape Clones & Co-Fermentation
February 01, 2025

Grape Clones & Co-Fermentation

Discover how co-fermentation and clone selection help create the layered, harmonious character of our wines.

ROAR Named Top 100 Wines of the Year by Three Publications
December 01, 2024

ROAR Named Top 100 Wines of the Year by Three Publications

Our 2022 vintage earned spots on three prestigious Top 100 lists, a testament to the dedication behind every bottle we make.

2023 Growing Season Reveiw
November 30, 2024

2023 Growing Season Reveiw

The 2023 growing season brought abundant winter rains, a cool, extended ripening period, and a later-than-usual harvest, resulting in wines with vibrant fruit, elegant structure, and remarkable balance. A standout vintage that reminds us of some of our all-time favorites.

AUDIO: Taste with Scott Shapley
November 17, 2024

AUDIO: Taste with Scott Shapley

Tune in as winemaker Scott Shapley tastes through our latest wines, offering a firsthand insight his impressions and approach to winemaking.

A Reflection on Vineyards and Life
October 01, 2024

A Reflection on Vineyards and Life

From weddings to watershed vintages, ROAR Wines has become part of life’s most meaningful moments. Explore the stories that shaped our journey.

VIDEO: 2024 Vineyard Update Part 2
August 22, 2024

VIDEO: 2024 Vineyard Update Part 2

Get the latest from the vineyard. Adam Franscioni gives an update on the 2024 vintage and what makes this a vintage to watch.

VIDEO: Interview with Winemaker Scott Shapley
June 18, 2024

VIDEO: Interview with Winemaker Scott Shapley

Join us for a candid conversation with Winemaker Scott Shapley about his background, style, and the thoughtful craft behind every wine he makes.

Good Vitis on the Franscioni Family Legacy
June 01, 2024

Good Vitis on the Franscioni Family Legacy

From humble beginnings in Salinas Valley farming to shaping some of the region’s most iconic vineyards, the Franscioni family has built ROAR Wines on generations of dedication and hands-on care.