2021 Kosta Browne Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir

WA93 Matured for 15 months in 52% new oak, the 2021 Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills has a very pretty expression this vintage. The nose features detailed scents of blueberries, strawberries, Earl Grey tea leaves and forest floor, and the medium-bodied palate offers generous, perfumed fruit on a delicate frame, finishing long and layered.

Estate Notes: Sta. Rita Hills is best known for having one of the most defined transverse ranges on the Pacific Coast. This distinctive feature of a purely East/West maritime mouth funnels cool coastal fog and wind straight to the vines, making this AVA a fascinating cool-climate growing region for Pinot Noir. The 2021 Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir was harvested over three weeks during an ideal growing season. Brimming with vibrant notes of cranberry, cherry, and subtle hints of citrus, this wine has understated tannins and a nuanced finish.