2019 Kosta Browne Bootlegger's Hill Pinot Noir [JD97][JS97][WA93][WS91]

"The 2019 Pinot Noir Bootlegger's Hill Vineyard evolves in the glass with dried cherry, sassafras, and wild herbs. It has impeccable concentration and length on the palate, which is full of cinnamon, red plum, and forest floor." 

"Fascinating notes of thyme and bay leaf to the crushed-stone and granite aromas and flavors. Resin and dried dark mushrooms. Dried flowers, too. Full-bodied with salted caramel and wet-earth undertones. Savory. Tight and reserved. Special." 

"The 2019 Pinot Noir Bootlegger's Hill has a medium ruby color and bright aromas of Bing cherry, cranberry and citrus peel with accents of dried herbs, licorice and underbrush. The medium-bodied palate is grainy and fresh, with appealingly crunchy fruits and a long, spicy finish. Give it another year or two in bottle to unwind." 

"A very perfumed style, with lots of rose water, red tea and incense notes leading the way, backed by a racy-edged and focused core of blood orange and damson plum fruit. Sleek feel on the finish, with mesquite, mineral and savory details adding cut and length. A Pinot of a slightly different feather. Drink now." 

Winemaker Notes: 

"Bursting with red cherry, dried cranberry, and strawberry jam, there is a fantastic depth and concentration, illuminated by wild sage. An elegant and subtle palate complements the electric texture that is underscored by fine tannins and a pleasing acidity. This wine continuously over-delivers."