2012 Kosta Browne - Pinot Noir Russian River Valley
Wine Spectator | Rating: 92
A strikingly graceful, complex and layered effort that puts the raspberry, wild berry, anise and floral scents front and center, and keeps them at the forefront through the long, lingering finish.Author: James LaubeWine Advocate | Rating: 93
The straight 2012 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley is a gorgeous Pinot. Subtle and nuanced, yet no lightweight, it offers layers of mulled red and black fruits, cinnamon, loamy earth and dried flowers on the nose. Every bit as good on the palate, with a medium to full-bodied, supple and layered profile, it has excellent mid-palate depth, a fabulous texture and a clean finish. It's already hard to resist, but it will evolve nicely through 2022.Author: Jeb DunnuckInternational Wine Cellar | Rating: 92
Vivid ruby. Aromas of black raspberry, incense and cola, with a bright mineral note adding lift. On the palate, vibrant red and dark berry flavors deepen with air while retaining very good clarity. Firms up on the penetrating finish, which features youthfully chewy tannins and a whiplash of bitter cherry.Author: Josh RaynoldsIssue: May/June 2014
Self | Rating: 93
Drink Dates: 2016-2020Author: LukeSommSelf | Rating: 90
Author: JamboSelf | Rating: 93
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Drink Dates: 2016-2020Author: KennethjkSelf | Rating: 92
Dark red transparent colors, brambly red fruit aromas with spicy complex nose, midpalate has good depth and concentration but overall lacking a bit in intensity. Velvety mouthfeel and long finish. Would have gotten better score if midpalate had more substance and verve.Author: ZarmSelf | Rating: 93
Opened up beautifully, aromas of rose petal and cherry blossoms burst from the glass. The wine is layered, cherries and cherry liqueur, raspberry tart and Asian spice. The finish is long and has a dusty tannin quality to it, reminiscent of Rutherford. Love thisAuthor: pcdocSelf | Rating: 95
Tart, peppery, very drinkable! Paired perfectly with chicken, pasta, and pumpkin sauce.Author: John
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Collector Data For This Wine
- 1483 bottles owned
- 295 collectors
- Average collector rating: 93
(Out of 295 collectors)