Freddy R. Troya

9.1

Testarossa – Doctor’s Vineyard Pinot Noir 2019
Santa Lucia Highlands, Central Coast – California, USA 🇺🇸

Overview
Sourced exclusively from the Doctor’s Vineyard, a site celebrated in the Santa Lucia Highlands for its elevated position, cool ocean breezes, and long hang time that delivers both power and finesse. This Pinot reflects the vineyard’s pedigree, marrying intensity with elegance.

Aromas & Flavors
Bright raspberry, black cherry, and cranberry lead, layered with rose petal, wild sage, and a dusting of clove. Earthy hints of forest floor and a touch of mineral salinity highlight the vineyard’s coastal influence.

Mouthfeel
Supple and polished, with medium body and lively acidity. The tannins are fine yet structured, guiding the red fruit core into a graceful, spice-tinged finish.

Food Pairing
Exquisite with herb-crusted lamb chops, seared salmon with wild mushrooms, or roasted beet and goat cheese salad. Each pairing highlights the wine’s balance of red fruit vibrancy and earthy nuance.

The Verdict
Doctor’s Vineyard continues to prove why it’s one of the most admired sites in the Highlands—delivering Pinot Noir with clarity, depth, and a distinctive coastal imprint. A wine that sings of place, perfect for enjoying now or holding a few more years. — a month ago

John Jaye

9.2

Full bodied, spicy, and a bit earthy. Excellent — 8 months ago

Neil Valenzuela

8.9

Deep ruby color. Earthy tones to this SLH Pinot. Cherry, raspberry notes. Made for the Plumed Horse in Saratoga, CA. — 2 years ago

John Jaye

9.2

Excellent. — a month ago

John Jaye

9.3

Excellent drink — 5 months ago

John Howard

Harvest production at Hirsch and Cobb Wineries

9.0

A little over-Oaked but nice. — 10 months ago

Michael Walker

9.9

Another excellent Testarossa Pinot….this one on the nose was as fruity as expected but on the palate more refined, slightly earthy even, probably the age….agree that the Testarossas bring darker tones that distinguishes them from other good Pinots…perfect with pan seared duck breast, befitting the season — 3 years ago

John Jaye

9.2

Excellent — a month ago

John Jaye

9.1

Excellent drink — 5 months ago

eric juback

8.9

Decent bottle with wonderfully warm and inviting atmosphere. Bold taste that stands separate from the labels more well known offerings of pinot noirs and chardonnays. — 2 years ago