Kosta Browne Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast Gap's Crown 2013

93 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2013 Pinot Noir Gap's Crown is the biggest and richest of the Sonoma Coast Pinots. Dark red cherry, plum, new leather and cedar flesh out in a radiant, distinctly supple Pinot for the year. The Gap's Crown is all about depth, voluptuousness and texture. A touch of whole clusters add an attractive dimension of nuance. (May 2015)"

92 points Wine Spectator: "Firm and tight, with acidity and tannins imparting structure and definition. The core of raspberry, anise, cedar and red licorice are presented in a restrained manner, gaining depth and persistence on the finish. (8/31/15)"

92 points PinotReport: "Medium ruby color; spiced plum and raspberry aromas; focused and refined flavors of raspberry, plum and cherry with oak and tannin notes in a firm frame; good structure and balance; long finish. Deep and complex Pinot, more and more typical of the vineyard. This Pinot is great for a heartier dish. (9/15/15)"

'Very highly recommended' and 91 points California Grapevine: "Medium ruby; attractive, though initially a bit subdued, raspberry and black cherry fruit aroma with a light hint of mocha; medium-full body; tight, textured, red and dark berry fruit flavors with good depth and extraction; medium-full tannin; lingering aftertaste. A bit tight at present showing the need for bottle aging, though some elegance and complexity developed as it aired in the glass. 14.3% alcohol; 2,481 cases; to be released Fall 2015. (Sep 2015)"

Producer notes: "Aromatics: Wild fl owers, cherry and huckleberry are followed by truffl es and baking chocolate. On the Palate: Precise and textured with chocolate cherry and briary fruit on the front palate. Notes of orange flower and fennel seed define a long and smooth finish. 95% de-stemmed, 5% whole cluster. Barrel aged 15 months in French oak (51% new). Alcohol 14.3%."