2022 Kosta Browne ‘One Sixteen’ Chardonnay Russian River Valley

JS95 Expressive aromas of preserved lemons, lime zest, flint and river stones. The palate is medium-bodied with bright acidity and a creamy texture, giving notes of orchard fruit, grapefruit, yellow apples and pastry. A good balance of power and finesse.
JD94 A bright yellow/silver hue, the 2022 Chardonnay One-Sixteen is a blend from across vineyards of the Russian River Valley and offers nicely detailed ripe aromas of lemon curd, beeswax, fresh flowers, and poached apples. The palate is supple and full-bodied, with good freshness of acidity that lifts its more sweetly noted fruit, and it has a clean, refreshing feel on the finish.
Estate Notes: This synergistic Chardonnay unveils a precisely structured palate with captivating aromatics. Notes of kiwi, lavender, and bakingspice delight while complementing the pristine acidity. Individual pressed lots were all 100% native primary and malolactic fermentations, adding a profound depth and length to a refinedfinish.
NOSE Intricately woven aromas of citrus, lavender, and crème brûlée.
MOUTH A round, yet precisely structured palate with captivating acidity and a profound depth with notes of kiwi, Meyer lemon, and baking spice.
FERMENTATION 100% barrel, 100% whole cluster pressed
ÉLEVAGE 33% new French oak & 67% neutral oak for 12 months sur lees with minimal stirring, then 100% of the blend was aged for four months in stainless steel