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2018 Brosseau Vineyard Pinot Noir
Chalone AppellationWinemaker Tasting Notes
"Dark red color. Aromas of cherry, raspberry, sage, wild thyme, and roasted strawberries generously flow out at first swirl. With aeration, notes of vanilla, boysenberry, ripe cranberry, cloves, and many more characteristics continue to release. While the aroma profile is extremely complex, once on the palate, it begins to focus towards red fruits, citrus, and floral notes. With vibrant acidity and fine grain tannins, this Pinot Noir continues with youthful persistence, mineral under-tones, and a luscious mouthfeel. Enjoy now through 2030."
~Director of Winemaking Bill Brosseau
~Director of Winemaking Bill Brosseau
Price: $71.00
The Brosseau estate in the Chalone appellation is arguably the most unique vineyard source in the Testarossa line-up. Standing 1,600 feet above sea level in Monterey County’s Gabilan Mountains, you can actually see the Brosseau Vineyard’s terroir. The rocky crags and peaks of nearby Pinnacles National Monument loom over the almost moonscape-like panorama. This is the heart of the historic Chalone appellation, where you can literally taste the district’s ancient decomposed granite and limestone soils in every drop of wine. Owned by Testarossa Director of Winemaking Bill Brosseau’s family, the property was originally planted in 1980. Brosseau manages the entire process from the dirt to the bottle and the results are stunning.
Growers: Jon, Jan and Bill Brosseau
Winemaker: Bill Brosseau
Appellation: Chalone AVA
Soil Type: Heavy limestone with decomposed granite
Production: 14 barrels
Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
Acidity: 3.39 pH, 7.21 TA (g/L)
Alcohol: 14.2%
Harvest: September 6, 2018
Club Release: January 2021
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Production Data
Winemaker: Bill Brosseau
Appellation: Chalone AVA
Soil Type: Heavy limestone with decomposed granite
Barrel Aging: 22 months
Cooperage: 100% French Oak, 43% new Production: 14 barrels
Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
Acidity: 3.39 pH, 7.21 TA (g/L)
Alcohol: 14.2%
Harvest: September 6, 2018
Club Release: January 2021
Drink Now through 2030
92 points, Anthony Dias Blue, The SOMM Journal
“Darker ruby color, smooth and meaty with minerals and dried cherries; dense, long and balanced.”
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