Freddy R. Troya

9.1

Center of Effort – Rosso Corsa Pinot Noir 2021
Edna Valley, Central Coast, California – USA 🇺🇸

Overview
The Rosso Corsa (“racing red” in Italian) is Center of Effort’s bold expression of Pinot Noir, sourced from their organically farmed estate vineyards in Edna Valley. Known for its cool climate and marine influence, this AVA delivers Pinot with both freshness and intensity. The name nods to the classic Italian racing heritage, emphasizing speed, energy, and elegance — qualities mirrored in the wine.

Aromas & Flavors
Bursts of dark cherry, ripe strawberry, and pomegranate meet hints of baking spice, cocoa, and dried rose petals. As it opens, layers of earthy forest floor and a faint touch of savory herbs add dimension.

Mouthfeel
Silky yet energetic, medium-bodied with polished tannins and a vibrant acid backbone. The wine flows seamlessly across the palate, balancing plush fruit with savory complexity, finishing long and precise.

Winemaking Notes
Estate-grown fruit, hand-harvested, fermented in small lots with partial whole-cluster for structure and aromatics. Aged in French oak barrels (30–40% new), which imparts subtle vanilla and toast while preserving freshness.

Food Pairing
Versatile and food-friendly — pair with roasted duck breast, grilled salmon, mushroom risotto, or charcuterie with earthy cheeses. Its balance of fruit and savoriness allows it to pivot beautifully from lighter fare to richer dishes.

Verdict
A dynamic Pinot Noir that captures the spirit of Edna Valley with a nod to Italian flair. Sleek, energetic, and finely structured — a wine that feels both luxurious and alive in the glass. — 2 months ago

Riccardo L.

8.9

Reminiscent of a Nebbiolo in its acidity and a Pinot noir in its minerality. You won’t find this much harmony in many other wines. — 3 years ago

Matt Perlman

9.3

No notes but utterly delicious — 3 months ago

Mark S.

8.9

Dark cherry red slightly with violet. Oak, blueberry. Vanilla. Chalk. Spices. Petra. Sweet, spicy. Some bitterness. Matured raisin. Good. TORCICODA TORMARESCA (ANTINORI) 20 @3960, Enoteca, 240113-240925 — 2 years ago

Rolf Bigler

9.2

Preis: CHF 70.- — 3 years ago

Fred Diaz

9.0

Well balanced wine. A little complex but very drinkable now. Good blend of berry and tobacco notes. One of the most drinkable wines I’ve had in a while… Great value for the price !! — 3 years ago

michael pandolfo

9.5

Big Winner! Amazing white fruit. Loads of jasmine but incredible backbone. Seek this wine out — 8 months ago

Timothy Eustis

Wine Director, Red Lion Inn

9.1

Heavy on nose. Green vegetables. Pretty on the palate. 2021 — 2 years ago

Yury Glazkov

9.2

Nice caramel and with a touch of bitterness — 3 years ago

Josh Morgenthau

9.4

Delicious. Bramble and black currant leaf and fruit, with black raspberry. Fun and almost tutti fruity, but then there is a real structure. Sweet but somehow not at all over the top. — 3 years ago