Testarossa
Doctor's Vineyard Pinot Noir
Interesting wine. As it warmed and opened, it kept getting better. Strong cherry fruit and an almost elegant after/taste. Definitely would do this again, but would decant and let sit for awhile before drinking.
Interesting wine. As it warmed and opened, it kept getting better. Strong cherry fruit and an almost elegant after/taste. Definitely would do this again, but would decant and let sit for awhile before drinking.
1 person found it helpfulNov 25th, 2015This was a lovely Pinot but needed many more hours of being opened. In the style of Cali Pinots like Sea Smoke or DC but I would love to see how this will be drinking in another 5 years or so. First time having this producer but won't be the last!
This was a lovely Pinot but needed many more hours of being opened. In the style of Cali Pinots like Sea Smoke or DC but I would love to see how this will be drinking in another 5 years or so. First time having this producer but won't be the last!
Jun 28th, 2015First of a big batch of Testarossas from WB…fantastic Pinot, cherry is predominant, maybe the slightest bit too fruity? J smells smoke but I’m not really getting that. Maybe it’s my mood, but didn’t leave a ton to the imagination - though not a bomb at all. I’ve been spoiled w good Pinot lately so the bar is high
First of a big batch of Testarossas from WB…fantastic Pinot, cherry is predominant, maybe the slightest bit too fruity? J smells smoke but I’m not really getting that. Maybe it’s my mood, but didn’t leave a ton to the imagination - though not a bomb at all. I’ve been spoiled w good Pinot lately so the bar is high
Jun 4th, 2022This held up just fine for 7+ years. Decant to reduce the funk. Cherries, stewed fruit, all in balance. I promise to stop saying mean things about California Pinot for a while.
This held up just fine for 7+ years. Decant to reduce the funk. Cherries, stewed fruit, all in balance. I promise to stop saying mean things about California Pinot for a while.
May 8th, 2020Pale purple and ruby hues with a delicate haze. Black cherry crisp, raspberry jam, plum sauce, almond paste, vanilla bean, spearmint, sage, sweet basil, molasses, cardamom, lemongrass, and dried lavender notes on the nose. Tart cherries and herbal influences on the palate. Medium- body and medium acidity. Nicely balanced with a semblance of reserve softening into a juicy ripeness with each encounter. Pairs nicely with herbed pork tenderloin wrapped in prosciutto, roasted butternut squash, and steamed haricots verts.
Vintage 2013. ABV 14.2%.
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Pale purple and ruby hues with a delicate haze. Black cherry crisp, raspberry jam, plum sauce, almond paste, vanilla bean, spearmint, sage, sweet basil, molasses, cardamom, lemongrass, and dried lavender notes on the nose. Tart cherries and herbal influences on the palate. Medium- body and medium acidity. Nicely balanced with a semblance of reserve softening into a juicy ripeness with each encounter. Pairs nicely with herbed pork tenderloin wrapped in prosciutto, roasted butternut squash, and steamed haricots verts.
Vintage 2013. ABV 14.2%.
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Tobacco box. Minimal fruit. Very well balanced.
Tobacco box. Minimal fruit. Very well balanced.
Jan 20th, 2019Dried red currant and pipe tobacco. Mid body, mid+ acidity and alcohol. Nice age.
Dried red currant and pipe tobacco. Mid body, mid+ acidity and alcohol. Nice age.
Jan 20th, 2019Dried rose petals and tart red cherries. +Toasty oak on the finish. Tasty.
Dried rose petals and tart red cherries. +Toasty oak on the finish. Tasty.
May 28th, 2017Favorite from testa rosa, nature and drinks more like a cab. Not peppery though. Great single vineyard wine
Favorite from testa rosa, nature and drinks more like a cab. Not peppery though. Great single vineyard wine
Feb 15th, 2016