2021 Fogstone Vineyard Chardonnay
Santa Lucia Highlands AVA

Tasting Notes
“Straw hue. Nice aromas of brioche, honey, passionfruit and white peach leap out of the glass. With some time, notes of nectarine, apricot jam, and apple pie round out the nose. Upon taste, flavors of apple pie and apricot jam lead into a texture that is dense, yet decadent. This Chardonnay finishes full, intense, and with a smooth touch. Enjoy now through 2031.”
~Bill Brosseau, Director of Winemaking
September 2023
“The 2021 Chardonnay Fogstone Vineyard is a potent, tightly wound wine. Mineral and savory notes abound, while fruit is pushed into the background. A wine of subtlety and nuance more than fruit, the Fogstone is super-expressive and full of character. Bright saline notes explode through the finish. This is impressive. “
Antonio Galloni
Vinous
November 2023
Production Data
Growers: Carol & Bret Sisney and Gary Filizetti
Winemaker: Bill Brosseau
Appellation: Santa Lucia Highlands AVA
Elevation/Exposure: 250 – 400 feet; East
Soil: Rocky, well-draining loam soils
Vineyard Age: 28 years
Viticulture Practice: Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing (CCSW)
Vinification: Pressed Whole-cluster, fermented in French Oak
Cooperage & Ageing: 21 months in 100% French oak, 39% new
Production: 20 barrels
Composition: 100% Chardonnay (51% Clone 76, 24% Clone 95, 15% Clone 15, 10% Hudson Clone)
Acidity: 3.33 pH, 6.61 TA (g/L)
Alcohol: 14.3%
Harvest: October 5, 2021, hand harvested
Club Release: September 2023
Release Price: $55
Drink Now Through 2031

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The Fogstone Vineyard
Fogstone Vineyard is owned by Carol & Bret Sisney and Gary Filizetti and is one of the northernmost estates in the Santa Lucia Highlands. It is on an east facing slope that rises from 200 feet to 500 feet as you go up the bench.
Originally planted in 1993 through 1997, Fogstone has thirty-five acres of Pinot Noir, utilizing seven different clones. It has thirty-six acres of Chardonnay consisting of 6 different clones. All seventy-one acres of Fogstone Vineyard are designated for Testarossa, making it one of our few Monopole wines. The property’s close proximity to Monterey Bay makes for a very cool climate, with one of California’s longest growing seasons. The resulting slow, gentle ripening allows for full flavor development on the vine. Fogstone is one of Testarossa’s most innovative vineyard partners; Winemaker Bill Brosseau works very closely with the vineyard manager and directly oversees growing decisions.