2022 Kosta Browne Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

The 2022 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley is a saturated bright red hue and is ripe and pure on the nose, with notes of red cherry liqueur, pressed flowers, baking spices, and fresh forest earth. It has a rounded feel with a medium-bodied frame and fills the palate pure, ripe tannins and an elegant, weightless feel throughout the finish. This beautifully styled appellation wine is a highlight of the vintage and retains lovely freshness. (AF)

A beautiful and classic expression of Russian River Pinot, with generous red fruit and floral aromas reminiscent of peonies. The core of ripe red cherries and wild berries layers well with hints of cinnamon and vanilla. The palate delivers concentrated flavour without excess weight, supported by fine tannins and lifted by a gravelly mineral finish. It's pretty nice, as it strikes a balance between charm and structure. (ACQ)