2021 Cuvée Los Gatos Rosé of Pinot Noir
Central Coast AVA
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
Not Yet Rated
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
Release Price: $26
Drink Now through 2023
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.
Past Vintages
Wine Production Data
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