Testarossa University Series
Testarossa Winery strives to keep things fresh when it comes to satisfying your thirst for wine knowledge. Thus the institution of Testarossa University, our year-round series of wine classes taught by our team of knowledgeable wine educators led by longtime Testarossa staffer Bob Zamora and resident Certified Sommelier Ryan Smith, who is also our Direct to Consumer Manager. Curriculum topics range from the basics of wine tasting to winemaking, including the science behind winemaking, deep dives into the terroir of different appellations and vineyards, vertical and horizontal tastings, clonal comparisons and more!
Wine Club member discounts apply. Advanced reservations required.
Spring Series
(April – June)
2014 Vintage Retrospective – 5 Years On
Tuesday, June 4th ~ $75/person
Location: Los Gatos Winery
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Decanter Magazine called 2014 “the best PInot Noir vintage for over a decade” in California. See how our wonderful 2014 vintage wines are showing, five years from harvest. Learn about how drought and climate conditions produced stunning wines, and taste perfectly aged examples from our cellars.
Fogstone Vineyard – A Deep Dive
Tuesday, June 11th ~ $50/person
Location: Los Gatos Winery
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Take a deep dive into the unique characteristics of the Fogstone Vineyard, the northernmost and coolest site in the Santa Lucia Highlands. No one else gets fruit from this vineyard! We’ll taste current releases and library examples of Fogstone Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Wine & Cheese Pairing Lab
Tuesday, June 18th ~ $60/person
Location: Los Gatos Winery
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
What pairs better than Wine & Cheese? Join us as we explore various local and artisan cheeses with delicious Testarossa wines, and learn about the art of pairing. Help us determine the next Artisan Wine and Cheese Menu –your vote counts! This was our most popular TU class of 2018.
Riedel Varietal Paired Glassware Seminar
Tuesday, August 6th ~ $125/person
Location: Los Gatos Winery
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Defy your expectations with this incredible experience! For 300 years and 11 generations, the Riedel family has been synonymous with the world’s finest wine glasses and decanters. Learn directly from a Riedel representative how their innovative varietal-specific wine glasses enhance the aroma, flavor and enjoyment of our fine wines. Your ticket price includes four varietal-specific glasses from Riedel’s brand new Performance Tasting line (a $118 value), consisting of one of each of the following glasses: Sauvignon Blanc, Oaked Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet/Merlot.
