Admire by Convene Dan Kosta Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2024
(Sonoma, California) - [WE 92] [WP 92]

About the Winery:
Our founder Dan Kosta and winemaker Shane Finley have collaborated on wines of distinction for over fifteen years. On their quest of crafting exceptional Pinot Noir and Chardonnay blends from California’s premier winegrowing regions, Convene is the ultimate expression.

From the Sonoma Coast to Russian River Valley, these wines comprise the best vineyards within each appellation. The result is a diverse, yet quintessential portfolio of wines, curated by some of the wine industry’s most discerning palates.

About this Wine:
The 2024 Admire Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir reflects a simple idea that has guided Dan Kosta's career from the beginning: great Pinot Noir starts with a deep respect for the grape. After helping establish one of California's most influential Pinot Noir legacies, Kosta launched Admire as a more personal expression of that lifelong passion. The result is a wine that draws on decades of experience while remaining focused on accessibility, balance, and the distinctive character of the Sonoma Coast. Admire is sourced entirely from Sonoma Coast vineyards, where cool Pacific influences help shape some of California's most compelling Pinot Noir. The region's extended growing season allows fruit to develop flavor and complexity while preserving the freshness that defines the appellation. That natural balance has made Sonoma Coast a benchmark for New World Pinot Noir and an ideal canvas for Kosta's measured approach. The 2024 vintage remains true to that vision. Composed of 100% Pinot Noir, the wine was harvested in early September and aged for nine months in French oak, including 30% new barrels. The oak provides structure and polish without overwhelming the fruit, preserving the energy and purity that sit at the heart of the wine. At $29.99, it offers an opportunity to experience Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir crafted by one of the category's most influential names.

Ratings & Reviews

92 Points - Wine Enthusiast:
"Fresh Bing cherry, plum, wildflower, and forest floor aromas swirl on the nose of this Pinot Noir. The palate is neatly balanced, with plush tannin and zesty acid framing flavors of berries, cocoa, roses, and orange peel across a generous finish. This represents exceptional value for well-crafted Pinot." -Tom R. Capo (Nov 2026)

92 Points - Lisa Perrotti-Brown, The Wine Palate:
"Pale to medium ruby-purple in color, the 2024 Pinot Noir shimmies out of the glass with eager-to-please notes of wild strawberries and fresh raspberries, giving way to hints of wild thyme, fragrant soil, and black pepper. The medium to full-bodied palate is elegant and refreshing with lightly chewy tannins and a red berry lift on the finish. Drinking Window: 2026-2035."