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| Our wines are made in a 19th-century winery built in 1888 by Jesuit Fathers who for nearly 100 years made Novitiate Wines in these same cellars. Inside the 18-inch thick hand-hewn stone walls of the winery our winemaking team uses the latest tools available to make wines that allow the fruit from each vineyard to fully showcase its terroir. | Los Gatos, CA
Phone: 408-354-6150
Website: http://www.testarossa.com
Appellation: Santa Cruz Mountains
Tasting Room: Open daily from 11am to 5pm.
Map to Testarossa Vineyards
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Pinot Noir
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2006 Palazzio Pinot Noir
Santa Cruz Mountains
Dark red color. There are aromas of red cherry, raspberry, vanilla bean, anise, and black pepper. This wine smells rich and only gets better in the palate with ripe cherry and stra ... morewberry flavors, wrapped around a spicy core. The plush tannins and crisp acidity make this wine fresh today, but should age well for up to 6-7 years
— Bill Brosseau, Winemaker
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Pinot Noir
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2005 Fritschen Vineyard Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley
Deep, rich red hue. Initial aromas of cinnamon, cloves, and black pepper. Not before too long, does the ripe cherry and raspberry come to the forefront. This wine is very rich and ... moreexpansive in the palate, showing more fruit than spice. The silky tannins lead to immediate gratification, yet this wine will offer so much more over the years to come. Drink now through 2014.
-Bill Brosseau, Winemaker
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Pinot Noir
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2005 La Cruz Vineyard Pinot Noir
Sonoma Coast
Dark red color. This wine shows hints of anise, vanilla bean, currant, and ripe cherries on the nose. Hints of cherry and vanilla bean carry through the silky, yet rich wine. Firm ... moretannins and good acidity make this wine a candidate for extended aging, while also pleasing the impatient connoisseur. Drink now through 2016.
-Bill Brosseau, Winemaker
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Pinot Noir
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2005 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir
Santa Lucia Highlands
Dark red color. This wine is all about cherries. With the cool vintage of 2005, the Pisoni Pinot Noir showcases some of the most intense cherry aromas and flavors. As this tightly ... morewound, power-house wine unravels all of its subtleties, there are hints of eucalyptus, strawberries, and black pepper. With the rich and silky tannins, paired with crisp acidity this wine should age well for up to 10 years.
-Bill Brosseau, Winemaker
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Pinot Noir
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2005 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir
Sta. Rita Hills
Medium red color. This Sanford & Benedict Pinot is all about spice! Black pepper, mint, and vanilla bean comprise of the initial aromas. Some notes of custard pair nicely with the ... morevanilla bean. The texture of this wine is crisp and an even balance of cherry and black pepper. This wine shows incredible balance and a supple finish. While this isn’t the biggest Pinot we made this year, it makes up for with it’s richness. Drink now through 2013.
— Bill Brosseau, Winemaker
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Pinot Noir
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2005 Schultze Family Vineyard Pinot Noir
Santa Cruz Mountains
Deep red color. Scents of vanilla bean, mint, blackberries, and strawberries come readily out of the glass. This wine starts lush with flavors of currant and strawberries, but it s ... morelowly transitions to fine tannins and crisp acidity. The liveliness of this wine allows it to drink well now but I would expect it to age gracefully for 7-8 years.
-Bill Brosseau, Winemaker
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Cuvee
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2005 Cuvée Niclaire Pinot Noir
California
Our Cuvée Niclaire is named after Nick and Claire Jensen, the children of Testarossa founders Rob & Diana Jensen. It is a hand-selected cuvée of only the finest Pinot Noir barrel ... mores in our cellars. Diverse vineyards produce multiple layers of rich fruit, spice and mineral characteristics, which complement the silky smooth texture of this wine.
-Bill Brosseau, Winemaker
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Chardonnay
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2006 Castello Chardonnay
Central Coast
Pale straw color. Initial aromas of honey, lemon, orange blossom, fig, and banana jump readily out of the glass. Layers of citrus, honey, and crème brulee flavor the palate, surro ... moreunded by lively acidity. The finish starts subtle, yet focused then begins it’s ascent to a lengthy, multi-dimensional finish of fruit and spice. Drink now through 2013.
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Chardonnay
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2005 La Cruz Vineyard Chardonnay
Sonoma Coast
Rich straw color. Upon viewing of the aromatics, scents of lemon, orange and cloves leap out of the glass. With further aeration, mineral and earthy aroma come to view. Hints of le ... moremon and orange continue onto the palate where they are met with notes of nutmeg and crème brulee. Silky smooth, yet crisp with acidity, this wine should continue to age well for another 5-6 years.
— Bill Brosseau, Winemaker
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Chardonnay
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2005 Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay
Santa Lucia Highlands
Bright straw color with aromas of honey, peach, mango, lemon and fig jump readily out of the glass. Upon taste, the crisp acidity is balanced by richness and weight. Flavors of crĂ ... more¨me brulee and hazelnut linger through the finish. Drink now through 2011.
- Bill Brosseau, Winemaker
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Chardonnay
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2005 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay
Sta. Rita Hills
Rich yellow color. Intense aromas of passionfruit, banana, orange blossoms, and fig. The wine starts with a firm structure, yet softens into a long, rich finish of peach and honey ... moreflavors. This wine should drink well through 2013.
— Bill Brosseau, Winemaker
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Chardonnay
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2005 Diana's Reserve Chardonnay
California
Our Diana's Reserve, named for our cofounder Straw color. Aromas of lemon meringue, honey, anise and banana-orange. The palate starts out smooth and silky while developing structur ... moree and complexity throughout the long, supple finish. The fruit and spice carry in unison from beginning to end. This wine should drink well through 2012
- Bill Brosseau, Winemaker
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Syrah
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2005 Subasio Syrah
Santa Cruz Mountains
Dark purple color. Aromas of blueberry, orange blossoms, anise, and black pepper signify our first release Syrah blend. With steady aeration, these aromas continue to unravel and b ... moreecome intense. Upon taste, this Syrah is very engaging with silky texture and flavors of chocolate. Whether it is an entrée or dessert, this Syrah will pair well with most cuisine. This wine will drink well for 8-10 years.
-Bill Brosseau, Winemaker
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Syrah
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2005 Garys' Vineyard Syrah
Santa Lucia Highlands
Dark purple hue. Please pass the white pepper! This Garys’ Syrah is a perfect example of cool-climate Syrah. Intense aromas of white pepper and to a lesser extent blueberries, bl ... moreack pepper, and anise. On the palate, the wine is very silky and expansive. Layers of vanilla bean, blueberries, and bacon comprise of this rich Syrah, while not being over-powering. This wine has the stuffing to last 10+ years. A great pair for lamb or even dessert!
-Bill Brosseau, Winemaker
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Updated on October 26, 2007
CrazyAboutWine recommends contacting Testarossa Vineyards at http://www.testarossa.com or calling 408-354-6150 to verify the winery's location.
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