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At Tolosa, we say that our wines are "honest to the grape." That's because we don't manipulate the flavors of our wines. Each of our estate-picked, estate-bottled grapes is free to express its natural flavor. The result is full-bodied, drinkable wines with big flavors. Located on the Central Coast of California, on the beautiful Edna Ranch in San Luis Obispo, Tolosa's commitment to award-winning wine is why we're growing expectations every year. | San Luis Obispo, CA Phone: (805) 782-0500 Website: http://www.tolosawinery.com Appellation: Edna Valley Tasting Room: Open Daily, 11:00-5:00 Map to Tolosa Winery
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Syrah
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2004 Tolosa 1772 Syrah Edna Valley
A saturated blue-black color in the glass, the aromas remind us of black pepper-rubbed salumi, gunpowder, and star anise. A dry herb and floral quality continues in the mouth, with ... more lavender, chamomile, and sage balancing the big blueberry and blackcurrant fruit. We’ve watched this wine evolve in barrel and bottle, developing delicious nuances slowly over time. We anticipate more of these revelations, in the glass and in the cellar, over the next several years.
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Pinot Noir
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2005 Central Coast Tolosa Pinot Noir Central Coast
Pleasure was always the goal as we crafted the 2005 Central Coast Pinot Noir. A pure, feminine expression of the Pinot Noir grape, it shows an intense floral perfume, bright red-be ... morerry fruit, and spicy accents of citrus peel & cardamom pod. We look forward to the evolution of this wine over the next 14-20 months. Pair it with paella, spicy Indian curry, or a soba noodle and sAeared ahi salad.
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Pinot Noir
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2005 Tolosa Pinot Noir Edna Valley
The color is dark ruby red without being inky or overly dense. A jammy red berry tone announces the aroma and is then backed up by many layers of complex undertones: cinnamon, tea ... moreleaf, bergamot, and fennel, with elements of vanilla and cola as well. The flavors are in harmony with the aroma – this wine is not a flirt. It delivers what it promises with soft fruit opening the palate and ripe, dynamic tannins carrying through to a sweet finish.
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Syrah
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2004 Tolosa Syrah Edna Valley
The color is a deep garnet-hued red, so dense that it borders on black. Initial aromatic notes are of herb de Provence, especially lavender, with candied almond, cassis and spice a ... morelso contributing. The deeper layers of scent reveal white pepper, oak resin and cocoa. The palate is of medium structure with even, balanced tannins. Chocolate and toffee notes complete the flavors introduced by the bouquet.
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Merlot
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2004 Tolosa Merlot Edna Valley
Bay leaf, cocoa, and plum reveal themselves first, followed by cassis, tobacco, and mint. On the palate, this is a big, generous wine. The tannins are youthful, and will handle gri ... morelled steak, game, and pungent cheeses with aplomb. This is a Merlot that will gracefully endure several years’ cellaring, becoming more vinous and nuanced with age.
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Grenache
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2004 Tolosa Grenache Edna Valley
Bright crimson color with berry and cassis aromas. Juicy impact in the mouth, with warm, ripe flavors. Zesty, candied-fruit impression leads to a long finish.
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Other Red
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2004 Tolosa Heritage Blend Edna Valley
Medium ruby color, with complex aromas of cured meats, blackberry, and herbs de Provence. Luscious palate feel, with spiced berry and herbal tea flavors that compliment the aromati ... morecs. Pleasantly edgy, with a youthful grip at mid-palate, and good balance between the fruit and herbal/spice components.
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Petite Sirah
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2004 Tolosa Petite Sirah Edna Valley
Deep black-violet in color, with wild, briar-patch and new leather aromas. Ripe blackberry jam, cassis, molasses, and dried orange peel on the palate, with a richness and balance t ... morehat are impressive in such a massive wine. Decanting or aging will help to tease out the more delicate aromas. Will pair nicely with roast lamb, marinated pork ribs, or tri-tip.
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Chardonnay
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2004 Tolosa 1772 Chardonnay Edna Valley
We prefer to serve this “1772” Chardonnay at cool room temperature, ~60-65F or so, in an oversized glass that will frame the aromas of lemon curd, marmalade, and cardamom pod. ... moreWe like the sense of balance between all the elements in this wine; it displays both a honeyed sweetness and herbal notes; structured acidity with a rich smoothness; and an interplay between the apricot / white peach and subtle, harmonious French oak. It would be fantastic with wilted bitter greens, tossed with a sprinkling of sea salt and olive oil.
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Pinot Gris
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2006 Tolosa Pinot Gris Edna Valley
Resist the temptation to toss our Pinot Gris into an ice bucket; served too cold, the lovely aromatics may be obscured. Ten minutes of chill before service will nicely show off the ... more subtle jasmine and lily aromas, while retaining a nice balance between crispness and richness. Apple blossom, Asian pear, and a lemony citrus quality flash across the palate, and on the finish there is a spicy hint of cardamom and nutmeg. Squarely in the refreshing "Pinot Grigio" style, this is a fabulous food wine; try it with pasta salad, oysters, or pizzetta bianco.
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Sauvignon Blanc
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2005 Tolosa Sauvignon Blanc Edna Valley
Definitely New World in style, we are justly proud of this year’s bottling. Flamboyantly aromatic, showing a whole spectrum of exotic fruit, floral, and fresh herb notes: lime bl ... moreossom, passion fruit, even lemon-thyme and cut basil. Rich fruitiness and balancing acidity, with layered flavors of kumquat, pineapple and kiwi.
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Sauvignon Blanc
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2006 Tolosa Sauvignon Blanc Edna Valley
A study in textural balance, Tolosa's Sauvignon Blanc manages focusing varietal acidity against a rich, complete mouth; there is an agreable contrast between the green fig/citrus n ... moreotes and the ripe peach & melon flavors. Aromatically extravagant, with tropical guava, grapefruit, and tangerine bursting from the glass.
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Chardonnay
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2005 Tolosa Chardonnay Edna Valley
Light white-gold. Viscous in the mouth, rich with crème brulée and lemon curd. Lime-zest acidity, cardamom pod, tangerine and peach cobbler, with elegant oak tones in the backgro ... moreund. Enjoy at cool room temperature from large Montrachet-style stemware.
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Chardonnay
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2005 Tolosa Chardonnay (No Oak) Edna Valley
This is Chardonnay laid bare; no ML, and no barrels to hide behind! Pure lime blossom, white peach, and tangerine fruit with a core of cool-climate minerality. This is a big, flavo ... morerful Chardonnay, but balanced by elegant, crisp acidity. Stellar with sushi, and equally at home beside simple tapas; warm roasted almonds, Spanish tortilla or thin slices of JamĂłn Serrano & ripe melon.
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Sauvignon Blanc
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2005 Tolosa Legacy- Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc Edna Valley
Pure light white gold in color, with aromas of green fig, lemongrass, apricot jam, and bitter orange. The mouth is sumptuous and perfumed – truly rich, resonant and delicious on ... morethe palate. This wine will be very long-lived in the bottle, developing new layers of complexity and interest as reward for proper cellar aging.
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Updated on September 14, 2007
CrazyAboutWine recommends contacting Tolosa Winery at http://www.tolosawinery.com or calling (805) 782-0500 to verify the winery's location.
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