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| Community Tasting Notes (average 92.6 pts. and median of 93 pts. in 55 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by pjhr on 12/21/2023 & rated 94 points: Absolutely delicious ripe red cherry and spice aromas and flavors with layers of complexity and juicy acidity on the long finish. (448 views) | | | Tasted by spendergast on 10/13/2023 & rated 94 points: Drinking well with notes of cherry, black raspberry, damp earth. Tannins are fairly soft and well integrated, long finish. Paired with grilled miso salmon. (603 views) | | | Tasted by wino_tim on 5/9/2023 & rated 88 points: Pale ruby with reflections of red. Slightly somber at this point, I am not sure there is a lot of reason to age Kosta's Pinot Noirs - even the single vineyard wines - as they seem at their best when they are youthfully exuberant. This one is certainly juicy and the palate is rich and expansive with bright acidity and a touch of fine tannins adding structure and interest. But the red fruit, crème de framboise, and savory earth flavors here seem a bit stodgy. While this is in no way dead, and on the contrary, is surely enjoyable, I would still have preferred to drink it two or three years ago. (998 views) | | | Tasted by jmull on 5/6/2023 & rated 93 points: Cherry, with a bit of citrus zest and an earthy dash. This has an alluring combination of lightness and persistence along with an almost glossy mouthfeel. Lovely. (759 views) | | | Tasted by ggrossman on 3/19/2023 & rated 95 points: Drinking beautifully. Bright fruit with soft tannins. Enough acid to pair with Mediterranean kabobs. Long and beautiful finish. (1096 views) | | | Tasted by Eiswhine on 2/24/2023 & rated 93 points: Wine was initially decanted for 2 hours. My initial impression was that the nose was classic cerise but the palette was very light and one dimensional. After another hour, the wine developed an excellent body and structure. Assessment: This wine needs at least a three hour decant at this time in it's development to maximize enjoyment. (882 views) | | | Tasted by Andrew H on 1/29/2023 & rated 91 points: Medium red, clear. Lighter style, Burgundian earthiness at first yields to very light whiffs of almost-ripe cherry, hints of raspberry and a touch of white pepper on finish. (896 views) | | | Tasted by air guitar & pinot noir on 12/12/2022 & rated 93 points: Very perfumed aroma and high-toned red fruit. Medium bodied with cinnamon spice elements. Very smooth and silky with a lovely mouthfeel. I remember this vineyard from Knez and it had similar qualities in the fruit. Quite a lovely and feminine delivery. Liked it a great deal. (841 views) | | | Tasted by PinotPaul on 11/29/2022 & rated 94 points: Outstanding. (796 views) | | | Tasted by Cholera on 11/27/2022 & rated 93 points: Delicate and well balanced. (719 views) | | | Tasted by Amerique on 9/3/2022 & rated 95 points: Rich, delicious fresh strawberry fruit, excellent structure, more acidity and less dense dark fruit than usual for a KB, long finish (1088 views) | | | Tasted by Grapetimescomin on 1/1/2022 & rated 95 points: I have a love / hate relationship with Kosta. I think a lot of their wines can be too extracted, but sometimes they are just right and that was the case here. Cherries and cola dominated the palette. Tannins were refined and silky on the mouth. Best KB I have had to date. (2122 views) | | | Tasted by air guitar & pinot noir on 11/25/2021 & rated 92 points: I thought I had pulled the Treehouse for Thanksgiving but realized after I had opened and poured it was the Cerise from Anderson Valley. This presented red cherry on a medium frame. Some rhubarb notes and underlying minerality, although very subtle and restrained. While this was tasty and silky on the palate, it left me wanting. Factor in the price tag on this and I was mildly disappointed. There was nothing wrong, however at this price point I want something that grabs my attention. (1718 views) | | | Tasted by EM_MB on 7/14/2021: Couldn’t score as I regretfully was forced to PNP. Needs time/air. (2221 views) | | | Tasted by Schiffy on 4/24/2021 & rated 94 points: Dark strawberry fruit with hints of cherry, cola, vanilla and even a little hint of rhubarb and spice on the finish. Absolutely needs at least an hour to open...if you try to pop and pour you will be very disappointed. A sophisticated and interesting Pinot Noir from Kosta Browne. (2356 views) | | | Tasted by brouigu1 on 4/23/2021: Well that didn't go well... A corked bottle. (2054 views) | | | Tasted by Ridgerunner on 2/15/2021 & rated 94 points: Really a cut above many of the Pinot's I am used to... a certain elegance, an almost floral quality, it dances on your palate. (1907 views) | | | Tasted by Amerique on 2/11/2021 & rated 91 points: Disappointing, light strawberry fruit with mushroom flavors, excellent structure, thin, lacks depth and complexity of flavors, ample finish (1749 views) | | | Tasted by RossS on 12/29/2020 & rated 94 points: nice fruit needs to open up (1539 views) | | | Tasted by JJYoyo on 12/7/2020 & rated 93 points: Very similar notes to last time, except less salinity this time. I noticed this time that it took a while before the Pinot character came out: at first this was very Rhone-like, with more pepper and florals. Also, new oak seemed more in evidence with telltale vanilla and dill. However, 2 hrs of air brought out definitive Pinot noir aspects - more cherry, cola. This is very CA but very well crafted. You know, if I want a burgundy .... hey, I will buy a burg. This is terrific in its own right. Nice development with air time. Could easily last another 5 yrs.
score: 93. Relative to expectations: ++ (1567 views) | | | Tasted by DrLes on 11/23/2020 & rated 91 points: Cherry, fruit without being too much, good finish. I definitely prefer the earthiness of Russian River to Anderson Valley, but another great Kosta nevertheless. (1342 views) | | | Tasted by jkvedar on 11/1/2020 & rated 92 points: It took about 30 minutes to open up, but this one is a treat. Dark cherry, minerality, dust, spices on the nose. Well-balanced on the palate. Great pairing with Cajun shrimp and salad. (1367 views) | | | Tasted by happy712 on 10/24/2020 & rated 93 points: Drink in next 2 years (1360 views) | | | Tasted by Kiteman12 on 8/2/2020 & rated 95 points: Nose: cherry, blackberry, raspberry
Palate: lots of fruit. More cherry, almost a cola factor. Dark chocolate ~ bittersweet. Mild acidity. Good linger
Paired with spatchcocked grilled chicken with garlic yogurt, arugula simple salad, sweet potato, and homemade sourdough. (1628 views) | | | Tasted by JJYoyo on 7/24/2020 & rated 94 points: Nose full of cherry, rhubarb, crushed rocks, rose. Taste is full on CA PN but well structured with solid tannins and acidity. Cherry, chalk, cassis on the palate. Tremendous length all the way back down the throat, with almost cough inducing minerality. Strong and very harmonious salinity. A great CA PN. Several years of life ahead.
Score. : 94. Relative to expectations: ++ (1537 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
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| Kosta Browne Producer website | Main Kosta Browne CellarTracker Wiki entryPinot Noir Varietal character (Appellation America) | Varietal article (Wikipedia)
Pinot Noir is the Noble red grape of Burgundy, capable of ripening in a cooler climate, which Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot will not reliably do. It is unpredictable and difficult both to grow and to vinify, but results in some of the finest reds in the world. It is believed to have been selected from wild vines two thousand years ago. It is also used in the production of champagne. In fact, more Pinot Noir goes into Champagne than is used in all of the Cote d'Or! It is also grown in Alsace, Jura, Germany, the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Romania, Switzerland, Austria, Croatia, Serbia, Italy, and so forth, with varying degrees of success.
Pinot Noir is one of the world's most prestigious grapes. It is very difficult to grow and thrives well in France, especially in Champagne and Burgundy. Pinot Noir thrives less in hot areas, is picky on soil, and deserves some oak storage.
Pinot Noir, or Blauburgunder / Spätburgunder in German, is a blue grapevine - and, as the German name suggests, the grape comes originally from Burgundy in France.
The grape, which thrives in calcareous soils, is used primarily for the production of red wine, and it is widely regarded as producing some of the best wines in the world. The wine style is often medium-bodied with high fruit acidity and soft tannins. It can be quite peculiar in fragrance and taste, and not least in structure - which may be why it is referred to as "The Grapes Ballerina".
Pinot Noir is also an important ingredient in sparkling wines, not least in champagne since it is fruity, has good acidity and contains relatively little tannins.
The grape is considered quite demanding to grow. The class itself consists of tightly packed grapes, which makes it more sensitive to rot and other diseases.
Pinot Noir changes quite easily and is genetically unstable. It buds and matures early which results in it often being well ripened. Climate is important for this type of grape. It likes best in cool climates - in warm climates the wines can be relaxed and slightly pickled.
In cooler climates, the wine can get a hint of cabbage and wet leaves, while in slightly warmer regions we often find notes of red berries (cherries, strawberries, raspberries, currants), roses and slightly green notes when the wine is young. With age, more complex aromas of forest floor, fungi and meat emerge.
In Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Hungary, it often produces light wines with less character. However, it has produced very good results in California, Oregon and New Zealand.
With its soft tannins and delicate aroma, it is excellent for white fish, chicken and light meat. For the stored wines you can serve small game. Classic duck breast is a matter of course, a Boeuf Burgundy and Pinot Noir are pure happiness.
Pinot Noir loses quality by over-harvesting.
Pinot Noir is prone to diseases, especially rot and mildew. Viruses cause major problems especially in Burgundy.
Pinot Noir are large round grapes with thin skins. Relatively high in alcohol content. Medium rich tannins and good with acid.
As a young person, Pinot Noir has a distinctly fruity character such as raspberries, cherries and strawberries.
A mature Pinot Noir, the taste is different. Cherry goes into plum and prune flavors. It smells of rotten leaves, coffee, moist forest floor and animal wine. This must be experienced.
In warm climates you find boiled plum, some rustic, little acid.
If the grapes are over-grown, the wine will be thin, with little color and flavor.USAAmerican wine has been produced since the 1500s, with the first widespread production beginning in New Mexico in 1628. Today, wine production is undertaken in all fifty states, with California producing 84% of all U.S. wine. The continent of North America is home to several native species of grape, including Vitis labrusca, Vitis riparia, Vitis rotundifolia, and Vitis vulpina, but the wine-making industry is based almost entirely on the cultivation of the European Vitis vinifera, which was introduced by European settlers. With more than 1,100,000 acres (4,500 km2) under vine, the United States is the fourth-largest wine producing country in the world, after Italy, Spain, and France.California2021 vintage: "Unlike almost all other areas of the state, the Russian River Valley had higher than normal crops in 2021, which has made for a wine of greater generosity and fruit forwardness than some of its stablemates." - Morgan Twain-Peterson North CoastThe North Coast American Viticultural Area (AVA) in California, covering more than three million acres, includes Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino and Lake counties, and portions of Marin and Solano counties. (see The Wine Institute for more information)Anderson Valleyhttp://www.avwines.com/anderson-valley-appellation-map/
Anderson Valley stretches from Yorkville Highlands (located in a highland meadow straddling the upper Rancheria Creek and upper Dry Creek watersheds) through Boonville (located on Anderson Creek) and Philo (located on Indian Creek) to Navarro (located on Soda Creek). Rancheria, Anderson, Indian and Soda creeks are tributaries to the Navarro River, which flows north and west through the coastal range to the Pacific Ocean; Dry Creek flows south into the Russian River watershed in Sonoma County. The main stem of the Navarro River begins less than a mile south of Philo at the confluence of Anderson Creek and Rancheria Creek. The mouth of the Navarro is 10 miles (16 km) south of Mendocino, California. Encompassing 315 square miles (816 km²), the Navarro River watershed is the largest coastal basin in Mendocino County.
Such unique geography results in a wide diurnal range, with daily high and low temperatures occasionally diverging 40 or 50 degrees. This enables Pinot Noir growers to keep acid development in line with sugar and flavor formation through long, warm Indian summers. It also makes for superb Gewurztraminer and Riesling, giving rise to the valley’s annual Alsatian Varietals and Pinot Noir festivals.
The climate in the Anderson Valley appellation is tempered by cool marine air. Steep hills and mountains surround rolling to nearly level alluvial terraces. The dominant natural vegetation is a mixed forest of Coast Redwood, various native oak varieties, and Douglas-fir. Elevation ranges from sea level to 2,500 feet (760 m). The average annual precipitation ranges from 35 to 80 inches (900 to 2000 mm). The average annual temperature is about 53 °F (12 °C), and the average frost-free season ranges from 220 to 365 days. Towards the coast the summers are cool and moist with frequent fog, while the interior Anderson Valley proper features a warm to hot summer climate similar to nearby interior regions, with daytime highs occasionally in excess of 100 °F (38 °C).
Visitors to the Valley should come prepared for cool evenings and warm days. Locals dress in layers year round. |
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