2019 Testarossa Fogstone Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

14.1% alc., pH 3.44, TA 0.687, 552 cases, $74. Released September 2021. 35 acres of Pinot Noir planted in rocky, well-draining loam soils. Clones planted include Dijon 113, 115, and 667, Pommard 4, and Jardini, planted in 1993. Testarossa’s first vintage of Pinot Noir from this vineyard was 2010. Aged 20 months in French oak barrels, 52% new. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. Nicely perfumed with aromas of black cherry, raspberry and wet earth. Sleek in texture and comforting on entry, with a discreet core of black cherry and purple berry fruit flavors shadowing with a bit of nutty oak. Nicely balanced and giving upon opening with some finishing power and persistence. My first experience with this vineyard. Score: 92. Reviewed October 10, 2021

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