Testarossa
Doctor's Vineyard Pinot Noir
Santa Lucia Highlands, Central Coast, California, USA
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, 2015
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.
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, 2020
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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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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Dried 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, 2017
Favorite 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, 2016A beauty. Enjoyed excessively at an amazing birthday celebration for my super cool uncle.
A beauty. Enjoyed excessively at an amazing birthday celebration for my super cool uncle.
Jan 10th, 2016
Absolutely incredible wine!
Delicious with crackers & cheese as well as dark chocolate!
Absolutely incredible wine!
Delicious with crackers & cheese as well as dark chocolate!
Whiffs of luxardo cherries and cocoa from the bowl...mouthful of raspberry, cedar, and spice that lasts...
Whiffs of luxardo cherries and cocoa from the bowl...mouthful of raspberry, cedar, and spice that lasts...
Oct 10th, 2015
Wine tasting! A nice jammy Pinot from Central CA. Would recommend & drink again.
Wine tasting! A nice jammy Pinot from Central CA. Would recommend & drink again.
May 24th, 2015