Limited new Russian River Valley Chardonnay release from Kosta Browne. previous vintage 97 Points Jeb Dunnuck: "A beautiful Chardonnay from the Russian River Valley brought up in 34% new French oak, the Chardonnay One Sixteen sports a medium gold color as well as a rich, powerful bouquet of caramelized citrus, white currants, toasted hazelnuts, and brioche. Deep, rich, medium to full-bodied, and beautifully textured, it has flawless balance, bright acidity, and is a profound Chardonnay that will stand beside the finest white Burgundies." With idyllic weather from start to finish, 2021 was one of the finest growing seasons of the past decade. Each wine within the Appellation Series embodies the unique qualities we cherish from the regions we work with. The marine influence that follows the Russian River inland from the Pacific coast is a powerful attribute of this region. The fog helps keep nights cool and offers the vines a well-deserved break from daytime temperatures. The collection of famous Chardonnay vineyards that we work with for this wine are located in the coolest parts of the Russian River Valley. Here, fruit can mature gracefully on the vine, which we find offers us more intensely focused flavors.

Freddy R. Troya
One of the most aromatic and expressive Chardonnays from the Russian River Valley. The nose is a vibrant bouquet of toasted hazelnut, lemon zest, apricot, cantaloupe, lavender, and crème brûlée. Utterly captivating. On the palate, layers unfold: apricot pastry, baked apple, lemon curd, dried pineapple, and honeysuckle, with hints of tarragon and nougat. Medium to full-bodied with bright acidity, a silky texture, and a long, brioche-tinged finish. Superbly balanced between fruit, oak, and freshness. Delicious now but built to evolve.
One of the most aromatic and expressive Chardonnays from the Russian River Valley. The nose is a vibrant bouquet of toasted hazelnut, lemon zest, apricot, cantaloupe, lavender, and crème brûlée. Utterly captivating. On the palate, layers unfold: apricot pastry, baked apple, lemon curd, dried pineapple, and honeysuckle, with hints of tarragon and nougat. Medium to full-bodied with bright acidity, a silky texture, and a long, brioche-tinged finish. Superbly balanced between fruit, oak, and freshness. Delicious now but built to evolve.
9.5Andrea Watt
I love this wine. Crisp citrus and oak with round pear and vanilla. Holds up well to food but enjoyable on its own.
I love this wine. Crisp citrus and oak with round pear and vanilla. Holds up well to food but enjoyable on its own.
9.5Andrea Watt
Fresh and crisp with lemon, pear, oak, vanilla, and toast. Lots of juicy acidity and flavor.
Fresh and crisp with lemon, pear, oak, vanilla, and toast. Lots of juicy acidity and flavor.
9.4Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego
2021 vintage. Light-medium body. 5.4.23.
2021 vintage. Light-medium body. 5.4.23.
9.2WARNING: DRINKING DISTILLED SPIRITS, BEER, COOLERS, WINE AND OTHER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES MAY INCREASE CANCER RISK, AND, DURING PREGNANCY, CAN CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS.