2018 Kosta Browne "Bootlegger's Hill" Russian River Valley Chardonnay

“Lovely aromas of cedar, honeysuckle and grapefruit rind. Full-bodied with vibrant and bright acidity, which lifts up the warm citrus, wild-herb, ground white-pepper and white-tea notes on the palate. There’s a lovely salty edge, too. Such a genuine pleasure to drink. Drink or hold.” (11/2021)

“From the producer's longstanding estate source, this wine is bright in acidity and crisp in apple, pear and citrus flavors, floral and earthy in complementary accents of white flower and forest floor. Spicy cardamon and nutmeg come from the well-integrated oak. (VB)” (12/2021)

“This wine grows at an estate parcel of Hyde-clone chardonnay planted in 2009 on Goldridge soils. It’s a rich chardonnay with the fruit saturation of ripe kumquats and glazed pears. The tartness of the fruit reins in all the broad richness, focusing its density with lemon zest, ending with grace. (JG)” (10/2021)