2019 Fogstone Vineyard Pinot Noir
Santa Lucia Highlands AVA


Tasting Notes
“Dark red color. Scents of cherry, anise, lemon-zest, and raspberries leap out of the glass. With air, notes of roses, jasmine, and sage round out the aroma profile. The flavors remain true to the aroma qualities in addition to being paired with grapefruit and minerality. With bright acidity and supple tannins, the wine finishes with a youthful and seductive quality. Enjoy now through 2031.”
~Bill Brosseau, Director of Winemaking
August 2021
“Rich depth of color, spiced cherry nose, juicy with ripe cherry fruit and a long smooth finish.”
Anthony Dias Blue
August 2021
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: 26 years
Viticulture Practice: Farmed Organic
Vinification: Destemmed, fermented in stainless steel
Cooperage & Ageing: 19 months in 100% French Oak, 52% new
Production: 23 barrels
Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
Acidity: 3.44 pH, 6.87 TA (g/L)
Alcohol: 14.1%
Harvest: October 3, 2019
Club Release: September 2021
Release Price: $74
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.