Blue Rock Baby Blue Sonoma Red Blend 2022 Rated 92JD

Jeb Dunnuck Review
Rated 92
Pouring a dark red color, the 2022 Baby Blue is generous and inviting with notes of fruit punch, toasted baking spice, crushed flowers, and fresh forest herbs. Full-bodied, it's a highly appealing and charming wine with a fruity feel, ripe tannins, even acidity, and a clean finish. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon along with 13% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot, 4% Syrah 2% Malbec, and 1% Cab Franc, I enjoy this wine in this vintage, and it stays refreshing, which can pose a challenge with some 2022s. Drink 2025-2040.

Blue Rock Baby Blue Sonoma Red Blend 2022

A polished, modern Sonoma red, Blue Rock's 2022 Baby Blue blend delivers vibrant fruit, silky texture, and signature Alexander Valley elegance.
Crafted from Bordeaux-inspired varieties with a touch of Syrah for lift, it's one of the region's most consistently loved premium blends—approachable yet refined.

Key Details

• Producer: Blue Rock Vineyard
• Region: Alexander Valley, Sonoma County
• Blend: 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot, 4% Syrah, 2% Malbec, 1% Cabernet Franc
• ABV: 14.4%
• Style: Smooth, fruit-forward, Bordeaux-style Sonoma blend

Tasting Notes

• Blackberry, blueberry, and ripe plum
• Notes of cocoa, baking spice, and violet
• Silky tannins with a plush, rounded mid-palate
• Long, polished finish with gentle oak sweetness

Profile & Craft

• Estate-driven blend showcasing Alexander Valley's warm, fruit-rich character
• French oak aging adds finesse, spice, and structure
• Balanced, modern style designed for both early drinking and short-term cellaring
• Blue Rock's signature “Baby Blue” cuvée—accessible yet premium

Serving & Pairing

• Serve at 60-65°F for optimal texture and aromatics
• Pairs with burgers, tri-tip, pasta Bolognese, roasted vegetables, and aged cheeses
• Drink now or cellar 5-8 years
• Ideal for fans of smooth, fruit-driven Sonoma blends