Convene Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2021
(Sonoma, California) - [WE 97] [DM 94] [JD 94]

About this 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:
Velvety cherry and cocoa aromas with hints of sassafras and vanilla. Flavors of ripe cherry, ripe stone fruit pomegranate with a subtle plum skin and cranberry finish.

WINEMAKER: Shane Finley

Appellation: Russian River Valley

VINEYARDS: Martinelli River Road, Bucher

CLONES: 667, 777, 115, 828

HARVEST DATE: September 18 - 24, 2019

HARVEST BRIX: 24.5-25.5

BARREL AGING: Aged 10 months in 20% new French oak Rousseau, Chassin, Atelier, Boutes, Taransaud & Gamba coopers

ALCOHOL: 14.1%

ph: 3.62

TA: 6.2 g/L

Ratings & Reviews

97 Points - Wine Enthusiast:
"This seductive wine is one of the first releases from Dan Kosta's new winery. It packs a flavor punch while staying balanced and appetizing. Deep, rich black-fruit flavors and a warm, generous mouthfeel make a great combination in this full-bodied, ripe-tasting and moderately tannic wine. Best from 2025-2032.” – Jim Gordon (Jul 2023)

94 Points - Decanter Magazine:
"A classically-fashioned Russian River Pinot Noir with a warmer, rounder profile as compared to Convene's Sonoma Coast label from winemaker Shane Finley and vintner Dan Kosta. Super perfumed notes of rose petals, conifer and mocha along with Asian spices and smoky clove. The medium-bodied palate is infused with black cherry, pomegranate, cola spices, and black truffle. Cedar-rich tannins possess a caramelised sweetness. Beautifully vibrant finish redolent of blood orange cut through by grapefruit zest. Such a crowd-pleaser." – Jonathan Cristaldi (Feb 2024)

94 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:
"The 2021 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley is ripe with classic and refined aromas of cherry liqueur, cola, sweet spice, and dark soil. Generous and well-balanced, it hits that fine line between ripe and not heavy. It’s very well done, offering a lot of charm, and it never gets cloying. It’s a fantastic appellation wine to drink over the next 5-7 years.” – Audrey Frick (Jun 2024)