2017 Kosta Browne Pinot Noir Bootlegger's Hill
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Tasting notes
Brought up in 45% new French oak, the 2017 Pinot Noir Bootlegger's Hill Vineyard reveals a medium ruby/translucent color as well as a complex bouquet of redcurrants, leafy herbs, damp earth, iodine, and spice. Medium to full-bodied, with an elegant texture, lots of classic Russian River spice, and outstanding length. it shows the more elegant streamlined style of the vintage, yet I suspect it's going to age gracefully. Give bottles 2-3 years and it should keep for a decade.
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Jeb Dunnuck
James Suckling
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This is a cooler and later-ripening site, planted to an array of clones. Dried flowers and forest-wood aromas with leafy and sappy notes lead to a palate that has ripeness and lighter fruit flavors. Nicely detailed and very silky tannins and latent, rich blue-fruit flavors.
About the producer
Kosta Browne sits at the top tier of California Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, known for translating vineyard character into wines with real depth, energy, and polish. The style is unmistakable—ripe but never heavy, layered without losing definition.