2021 Rosella’s Vineyard Pinot Noir
Santa Lucia Highlands AVA


Tasting Notes
“Very dark color. Scents of cherry cola, blackberry, grapefruit, and ripe fig start off this enchanting Pinot Noir. Upon taste, the flavors focus towards cherry cola, vanilla, and ripe grapefruit. Lush tannins and moderate acidity flow nicely into a bright and decadent finish. Enjoy now through 2032.”
~Bill Brosseau, Director of Winemaking
February 2023
“Billowing aromas of rich Bing cherry and rose petals are incredibly inviting on the full nose of this single-vineyard expression. Fresh and joyous flavors of cherry compote arise on the palate, where peppery spices, grapefruit peel and just enough acidity unfurl into the long finish.”
Matt Kettmann
Wine Enthusiast
May 2023 Issue
Production Data
Growers: Franscioni Family
Winemaker: Bill Brosseau
Appellation: Santa Lucia Highlands AVA
Elevation/Exposure: 300 – 400 feet; East
Soil: Sandy, gravelly loam
Vineyard Age: 25 years
Viticulture Practice: Sustainable (SIP Certified)
Vinification: Destemmed, fermented in Stainless steel
Cooperage & Ageing: 11 months in 100% French Oak, 50% new
Production: 21 Barrels
Composition: 100% Pinot Noir (35% Clone 667, 65% Pisoni Clone)
Acidity: 3.36 pH, 6.44 TA (g/L)
Alcohol: 14.2%
Harvest: October 5, 2021, hand harvested
Release Price: $76
Drink Now through 2031

Past Vintage Wine Scores
The Rosella’s Vineyard
Rosella’s Vineyard is one of the most renowned estates in the Santa Lucia Highlands. It is owned by Gary and Rosella Franscioni. Originally planted in 1996, Rosella’s has forty acres of “Pisoni clone” Pinot Noir and ten acres of Dijon clone Chardonnay. 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. Two acres each of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay of Rosella’s are allocated annually to Testarossa.