2023 Cuvée Los Gatos Rosé of Pinot Noir

Central Coast AVA

Tasting Notes

“Medium orange hue. This Rose of Pinot Noir opens up with notes of vanilla orange sorbet, tangerine, and strawberry. Secondary notes of papaya, orange, and cherry infuse into both aroma and flavor profile. Notes of minerality gently roll in along a plush texture and modest acidity. This Rose finishes fresh, precise, and youthful. Enjoy now through end of 2025.”

~Bill Brosseau, Director of Winemaking
March 2024

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Production Data

Growers: Various
Winemaker: Bill Brosseau
Appellation: Central Coast AVA
Viticulture Practice: Sourced from Certified Sustainable Vineyards
Cooperage & Ageing:  5 months in  stainless steel. Free run juice and some saignée method
Production:  775 cases
Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
Acidity: 3.54 pH, 6.31 TA (g/L)
Alcohol: 14.1%
Harvest: Various, hand harvested
Club Release: April 2024
Release Price: $29

Drink Now through 2025

Past Vintage Wine Scores

Cuvée Los Gatos

Cuvée Los Gatos is Testarossa’s casual label that pays homage to the town which has been home to our winery since it was built in 1888.  Proprietors Rob and Diana Jensen and Director of Winemaking Bill Brosseau hand-select and combine vineyard lots from highly regarded growing districts for this bottling.  Testarossa currently offers Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from Monterey County and Rosé of Pinot Noir and Rob’s Red from the Central Coast.

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Tasting Notes

“Pinkish, light orange hue. Generous scents of papaya, grapefruit, watermelon, honeydew, and orange sorbet. Upon taste, the flavors meander towards citrus and melon. Modest acidity and dimensional texture flow into a bright, tangy, and lively finish. Enjoy now through 2025.”

~ Bill Brosseau, Director of Winemaking
April 2023

Production Data

Growers: Various
Winemaker: Bill Brosseau
Appellation: Central Coast AVA
Viticulture Practice: Sourced from Certified Sustainable Vineyards
Cooperage & Ageing:  5 months in  stainless steel
Production:  611 cases
Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
Acidity: 3.57 pH, 6.61 TA (g/L)
Alcohol: 14.1%
Harvest: Various, hand harvested
Club Release: April 2023

Drink Now through 2025

Tasting Notes

“Brilliant blush hue. Enchanting aromas of peach, melon, ripe grapefruit, and raspberry. Thereafter, notes of marmalade, crème brulee, and orange add complexity. These qualities persist on the palate and are framed by a fresh, brisk, and vibrant texture. This Rosé of Pinot Noir finishes with decadence. Enjoy now through 2023.”

~ Bill Brosseau, Director of Winemaking
March 2022

Production Data

Growers: Various
Winemaker: Bill Brosseau
Appellation: Central Coast AVA
Viticulture Practice: Sourced from Certified Sustainable Vineyards
Cooperage & Ageing:  4 months in  stainless steel
Production:  950 cases
Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
Acidity: 3.4 pH, 6.47 TA (g/L)
Alcohol: 14.1%
Harvest: Various
Club Release: April 2022

Drink Now through 2023

Tasting Notes

“Beautiful blush hue. Abundant scents of apricot jam, white peach, cherry, grapefruit, and roses. Upon taste, grapefruit is the leading attribute. With a brisk and vibrant texture, this Rose of Pinot Noir will refresh your spirits on a warm summer day. The finish is fresh, youthful, and loaded with minerality. Enjoy now through 2023.”

~ Bill Brosseau, Director of Winemaking
May 2021

Production Data

Growers: Various
Winemaker: Bill Brosseau
Appellation: Central Coast AVA
Barrel Aging:  5 months
Cooperage: 100% stainless steel
Production:  250 cases
Composition: 100% Pinot Noir Rose
Acidity: 3.26pH, 6.33 TA (g/L)
Alcohol: 14.1%
Harvest: Various
Club Release: May 2020

Drink Now through 2024

Tasting Notes

“Pink-orange hue. Concentrated scents of grapefruit, banana, and bing cherry start off this lively Rose of Pinot Noir. Subtle notes of papaya and cinnamon flow around the primary characters. All of these components segue seamlessly into the palate along with a pleasing note of toffee. The mouthfeel is vibrant and concentrated, with a finish that is full and lingering. Enjoy now through 2024.”

~ Bill Brosseau, Director of Winemaking

Production Data

Growers: Various
Winemaker: Bill Brosseau
Appellation: Central Coast AVA
Barrel Aging:  5 months
Cooperage: stainless steel tanks
Production:  832 cases
Composition: 100% Pinot Noir Rose
Acidity: 6.07 g/L – 3.39 pH
Alcohol: 14.1%
Harvest: Various
Club Release: May 2020

Drink Now through 2024

Tasting Notes

“Beautiful pinkish orange hue. Engaging scents of raspberry, banana, grapefruit, pomegranate, and violets. Upon taste, these characters remain along with notes of citrus intensifying on the palate. The texture is well balanced from start to finish, with exuberant freshness. This youthful Rose of Pinot Noir should continue to shine brightly for the next few years. Enjoy now through 2022.”

~ Bill Brosseau, Director of Winemaking

Production Data

Growers: Various
Winemaker: Bill Brosseau
Appellation: Central Coast AVA
Barrel Aging:  5 months
Cooperage: stainless steel tanks
Production: 1,228 cases
Composition: 100% Pinot Noir Rose
Acidity: 6.33 g/L – 3.28 pH
Alcohol: 14.1%
Harvest: Various
Club Release: May 2019

Drink Now through 2022

Tasting Notes

“Golden orange hue. Engaging scents of papaya, orange-zest, mandarin orange, pomegranate, and orange. Upon taste, these characters persist and lead into a bright, fresh, and lush personality. This lovely Rose of Pinot Noir finishes smooth, full, and with pleasure. Enjoy now through 2023.”

~ Bill Brosseau, Director of Winemaking

Production Data

Growers: Various
Winemaker: Bill Brosseau
Appellation: Central Coast AVA
Barrel Aging:  5 months
Cooperage: stainless steel tanks
Production:  681 cases
Composition: 100% Pinot Noir Rose
Acidity: 6.37 g/L – 3.45 pH
Alcohol: 14.1%
Harvest: September 2017
Club Release: July 2018

Drink Now through 2023

Tasting Notes

“Vibrant pink hue. Concentrated scents of tangerine, grapefruit, cherry, cranberry, and pomegranate unite is this Rose. Upon taste these characters persist and are met with notes of orange. A nice, brisk and refreshing palate which ends with a mineral flavor and pleasing aftertaste. Enjoy now through 2019.”

~ Bill Brosseau, Director of Winemaking

Production Data

Growers: Various
Winemaker: Bill Brosseau
Appellation: Monterey AVA
Barrel Aging:  4.5 months
Cooperage: Stainless steel tank
Production:  622 cases
Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
Acidity: 7.61 g/L – 3.25 pH
Alcohol: 14.2%
Harvest: September-October, 2016
Club Release: July 2018

Drink Now through 2019

WEATHER HOLD ADVISORY: Please note that due to the fragile nature of wine and the impending winter/summer season, we are unable to ship wines to states whose temperatures have dropped below 32  / risen above 90 degrees on average. Orders will be kept in our temperature controlled cellar until more moderate temperatures are reached. If you feel your area might be impacted, please contact us at clubt@testarossa.com to inquire about shipping options.

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