Kosta Browne-- 'nuf said

We get our allocation of the prized single vineyard Kosta Browne Pinot Noir the week of November 9th. The 2007 releases look to be "through the roof." First come first serve. Call if interested 818-330-9130.

2007 Kosta Browne Pinot Noir Russian River Valley Koplen Vineyard
96 Points: Wine Spectator
This has a wonderful purity of flavor, with rich, expansive layers of fruit, built around ripe plum, black cherry, wild berry, raspberry and blackberry, fanning out beautifully, with a long, lingering finish that keeps repeating the fruit themes. Drink now through 2014. 867 cases made.

2007 Kosta Browne Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast Kanzler Vineyard
95 Points: Wine Spectator
Not as dense as previous vintages, but this wins extra points for its balance and delicacy, with complex mineral, fresh earth, boysenberry, wild berry and raspberry fruit that gains depth and richness without gaining weight. Drink now through 2015. 803 cases made.

2007 Kosta Browne Pinot Noir Russian River Valley Keefer Ranch
95 Points: Wine Spectator
Beautifully crafted, smooth and fleshy, with tightly focused plum, black cherry and raspberry fruit that's pure and delicious. Full-bodied, long and persistent. Drink now through 2014. 698 cases made.

2007 Kosta Browne Pinot Noir Russian River Valley Amber Ridge Vineyard
94 Points: Wine Spectator
Combines rich, ripe plum and blackberry fruit with firm sage, mineral and cedar notes. Full-bodied and deeply concentrated, ending with mineral and anise. Drink now through 2014. 727 cases made.

2007 Kosta Browne Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands Garys' Vineyard
94 Points: Wine Spectator
Pure, ripe plum, blackberry, wild berry and raspberry fruit is complex and concentrated, well-structured and balanced. Ends with a long, spicy, minerally finish. Drink now through 2014. 436 cases made.

2007 Kosta Browne Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands Rosella's Vineyard
93 Points: Wine Spectator
Intense, with subtle aromas that are more complex on the palate. Well-balanced, smooth, rich and layered, with dried currant, herb, spice and mineral notes, firming up on the finish, where the tannins are more evident. Drink now through 2012. 247 cases made.