We continue our survey of Sonoma County’s Dry Creek Valley. (Last week we looked at Dry Creek Vineyard.) This week, we come to Kokomo Winery. Since their inception in 2004, the winery has focused on small production, single-vineyard wines from Sonoma County, which visitors can try for themselves with a unique tasting experience, as the winery tasting room is incorporated into their cellar. If you can’t make it out to sample their wines yourself, here’s what our panel thought about a few of their current releases.
Kokomo 2012 Sauvignon Blanc
Grape(s): 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Dry Creek Valley
Price: 15-20
Tasting Notes:
Aromas of pear, apricot, and orange peal mingle with a hint of minerals on the nose. Flavors of apricot and mango are accented by citrusy notes on the palate. A crisp white with a bright acidity, it’s a fine pick to pair with seafood. 610 cases produced.
Rating: 87
Kokomo 2012 Grenache Rosé
Grape(s): 100% Grenache
Region: Dry Creek Valley
Price: 15-20
Tasting Notes:
A bouquet of red berries, watermelon, and cotton candy greets the senses. A sip reveals flavors strawberry, red apple, and watermelon. A friendly, drinkable wine, it’s an ideal bottle to enjoy on a warm afternoon. 623 cases were made.
Rating: 89
Kokomo 2011 Claret
Grape(s): 40 Merlot, 30 % Malbec, & 30% Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Dry Creek Valley
Price: 25-30
Tasting Notes:
Aromatics of bramble fruit and cherries meld with suggestions of leather and spice on the nose. The palate delivers flavors of blackberry and black cherry that come together with notes of earth, spice, and cocoa. A blend with supple tannins and lively flavors, fans of more robust reds will enjoy this bottle. About 1,300 cases were made.
Rating: 88