2021 Rosemary’s Vineyard Pinot Noir
Arroyo Grande Valley AVA


Tasting Notes
“Scents of sage, ripe cherry, cola, and ripe cranberry jumpstart this Pinot Noir. With time, floral notes of violets and jasmine add complexity to the aroma character. Upon taste, the flavors focus towards cherry cola, ripe cranberry, ripe grapefruit, and creaminess. The lush texture and silky tannins unite with the modest acidity to provide a decadent, silky, and soft finish. Enjoy now through 2032.”
~Bill Brosseau, Director of Winemaking
May 2023
“Medium ruby red. This is a rich Pinot Noir that opens with scents of ripe fruit complemented by spicy toasted oak followed by a mouth filling, hedonistic palate of excellent purity and depth. Could easily pass for a Pinot from the Russian River Valley. Finishes very long with round fine tannins. Hand harvested from 34-yearold vines (667 Clone), destemmed and fermented in stainless steel; matured 16 months in 78% new French oak. pH 3.44, 14.3% alc.”
Don Winkler
International Wine Review
August 2023
Production Data
Growers: Talley Family
Winemaker: Bill Brosseau
Appellation: Arroyo Grande Valley AVA
Elevation/Exposure: 400 feet; South
Soil: White, rocky fractured sandstone and loam. Some clay subsoil
Vineyard Age: 34 years
Viticulture Practice: Sustainable (SIP Certified)
Vinification: Destemmed, fermented in stainless steel
Cooperage & Ageing: 16 months in 100% French Oak, 78% new
Production: 12 barrels
Composition: 100% Pinot Noir (100% Clone 667)
Acidity: 3.44 pH, 6.7 TA (g/L)
Alcohol: 14.3%
Harvest: September 14, 2021, hand harvested
Club Release: May 2023
Release Price: $76
Drink Now through 2032

Past Wine Scores
Rosemary’s Vineyard
Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, just six miles to the Southwest and surrounding the home of Talley Vineyards’ co-founder Rosemary Talley, Rosemary’s Vineyard is one of the coolest sites in the Arroyo Grande Valley Appellation. The cool climate and low yields, as well as exceptional soil, lend to the elements that produce this acclaimed fruit. Working closely with the Talley Family, Testarossa owners, Rob and Diana Jensen, and Director of Winemaking Bill Brosseau, have created this very exceptional Chardonnay and Pinot Noir with classic old world flavors.