2017 Kosta Browne "One Sixteen" Russian River Valley Chardonnay
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$89.95
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Jeb Dunnuck
Reviewed June 2019A beautiful Chardonnay from the Russian River Valley brought up in 34% new French oak, the 2017 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.
Professional Reviews
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Wine Enthusiast
From a blend of sites in the appellation, including Keefer, Zio Tony and Ritchie, this is a bright, salty and broadly expansive white that's gorgeously aromatic in wet earth and rose petal. The flavors are fruity in peach and pear, with a richness that is honed by the complementary acidity. (VB)
93
James Suckling
This has a very attractive, fresh array of lemons and chalky almonds and stones. The palate has a smooth, glossy and gently creamy edge with a fresh, pithy yellow-citrus and peach finish.
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Wine Advocate
The 2017 Chardonnay One Sixteen aged from four to 15 months in several vessels: 34% new French oak, 30% stainless, 18% foudres, 3% concrete eggs and 1% concrete tanks. It opens with aromas of roasted almonds, toast, white peach, gunflint and dried chamomile with touches of lemon pith. The palate is light to medium-bodied with toasty fruits, well-woven but refreshing acidity and a long, savory finish. This is a touch rounder and more open than its 2016 counterpart. (EB)
Notes
Kosta Browne's One Sixteen is sourced from prestigious vineyards in the coolest parts of the Russian River Valley, which in 2017 include Ritchie, Zio Tony, Keefer, Rued, El Diablo, Ulises Valdez, Charles Heintz, Bootlegger's Hill, and Winner's Circle. The wine is finished in barrels and foudres of various sizes, with roughly 1/3 new French oak.
Details
| Type | White Wine |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Origin | Alexander Valley/Russian River, California, United States |
| Bottle Size | 750 mL |
| SKU | 1402403 |