Their journey to greatness began with a bang, earning the top spot in Wine Spectator’s rankings for their debut 2009 vintage, a remarkable achievement that has since cemented their place as legends in the world of wine.

The Santa Rita Hills AVA is defined by its unique geography, where coastal transverse mountain ranges create a dramatic diurnal range.

With the 2021 Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir, winemaker Julien Howsepian guided his team to craft a precise blend of tradition and innovation: fermentation occurred in 89% stainless steel, 10% concrete, and 1% wood, with 5% whole clusters.

The wine then matured for 15 months in a carefully selected mix of 48% new French oak, 18% wood cask, and 4% new Austrian oak, crafting a rich tapestry of complex flavors and aromas – a true reflection of the terroir.

With 94 and 95-point scores, this vintage is not to be missed.

Tasting Notes: “The 2021 Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir, another in Kosta Browne’s Appellation lineup, is meant to showcase the region’s cool-climate viticulture. As such, it pulls from various vineyard sources across the appellation, including Mt. Carmel, Rita’s Crown, Bentrock, Radian, Sanford & Benedict, and Our Lady of Guadalupe. After ageing 15 months in over 50% new oak, this Pinot Noir is leaping from the glass, showcasing lifted, high-toned violet floral aromas mingling with woody, brown sugar spice notes, red cherry, and vanilla hints. Deep concentration marks the palate, where the mouthfeel is bright, mineral-driven, and juicy. It has ample acidity to balance its red Bing cherry and cherry liqueur flavours, lying on a bed of feathery tannins. A mix of crushed wild rosemary, thyme, and marjoram marks a long finish.” 95 Points | Decanter

Tasting Notes: “This beloved brand manages to click a lot of Pinot Noir boxes in each bottling, including the spice, herb and fruit combo of strawberry, cherry, cinnamon stick and bay leaf on the nose. The palate is ripe and expressive with cherry compote flavors that are enhanced by a toasted pecan warmth and leathery grip.” 94 Points | Wine Enthusiast

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2022 PINOT NOIR
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$99.99

Tasting Notes: “Redolent of sweet cinnamon, clove and crushed black cherries, this Pinot packs an aromatic wallop. The palate is fresh and energetic, with an acidity that feels less linear and more chaotic in the best possible way, bouncing around the tannic grip and careening into dark cherry flavors at random. Extremely pleasurable now, this will evolve nicely over the next two decades.” 95 Points | Wine Enthusiast