Kosta Browne One Sixteen Chardonnay Russian River Valley, USA, 2012

Description

The 2012 Kosta Browne "One Sixteen" Chardonnay is a rich, expressive white wine from California's acclaimed Russian River Valley. Named after the winery's original address on One Sixteen Street in Sebastopol, this Chardonnay reflects Kosta Browne's dedication to producing site-driven wines with exceptional depth, balance, and precision.

Crafted from carefully selected vineyard sources, the wine combines generous fruit concentration with vibrant acidity and subtle oak influence, resulting in a layered, elegant Chardonnay that is both luxurious and remarkably fresh.

Tasting Notes

The nose opens with aromas of ripe pear, golden apple, Meyer lemon, pineapple, and white peach, accented by notes of vanilla, toasted hazelnut, baking spice, and brioche. The palate is rich and creamy yet beautifully balanced, offering flavors of citrus, orchard fruit, baked apple, and a touch of mineral complexity. Bright acidity carries through to a long, refined finish with lingering hints of toasted oak and citrus zest.