Region: Sonoma Coast, Sonoma, California

Vintage: 2020

Composition: 100% Chardonnay

History: Kosta-Browne’s story begins with two friends, Dan Kosta and Michael Browne. The year was 1997, and the friends worked at John Ash & Co., a popular restaurant in Santa Rosa, California. Dan was the general manager; Michael was the sommelier. But their true passion was something bigger, bolder and more brazen than anything they’ve ever done: they wanted to create Pinot Noir. The catch: neither gentleman had any experience in making wine. What followed was a story of perseverance, dedication and hard work. That, and of course, a bit of pinot noir.

Tasting Notes:

It comes with an aroma of vivid citrus notes of lemon and lime zest, pear, fresh honeysuckle and Catalan cream that delights as a sparkling minerality envelops the senses. On the palate it has a rich, lean flavor with bright acidity and focused structure. Pure fruit and a fascinating mid palate precede a long and agile finish.