Tolosa is one of the pioneering wineries in the modern history of Edna Valley. Cooled by Pacific breezes, the Edna Ranch Vineyard encompasses a wide variety of soil types. Combined with a judicious selection of Pinot Noir clones, the environment is perfect for making exceptional wines. Tolosa wines exhibit both the quality of the fruit and the excellence of the winemaker’s craft. The 2018 Tolosa 1772 Pinot Noir reflects the ripeness of that harvest. The bouquet reveals pure ripe strawberry, cherry and raspberry fruits interwoven with floral, vanilla, cocoa and spice nuances. On the palate, its impressive layers of cherry, strawberry, and raspberry fruits are enhanced by nuances of vanilla, cocoa, cinnamon and clove. It has a full texture and mouthfeel. It will provide delicious drinking for another 5+ years.
Tolosa Winery, Edna Valley (San Luis Obispo County, California) Pinot Noir 2018
By Wayne Belding