Growing Conditions

Nestled in the benchland of Monterey’s Santa Lucia Highlands, Rosella’s Vineyard was planted in 1996 by Gary Franscioni, one of the appellation’s pioneering growers. Among the most clonally diverse sites in California (seven Pinot Noir, three Chardonnay and two Syrah clones), Rosella’s is further distinguished by its cool climate terroir and impeccable farming. The site enjoys a perfect southeastern exposure, deep Aroyo Seco soils and cooling afternoon winds – called “howlers” – that literally roar through the rows each afternoon. The extra hangtime the vineyard enjoys together with the vine-by-vine farming designed to reduce yields, gives us deeply concentrated and exceptionally site expressive fruit.