2023 Grail "The Approach" Pinot Noir

A Perfect 100 for The Approach

Grail "The Approach" Pinot Noir 2023

Some pursuits are defined not by a destination, but by the approach itself.

Crafted by Dan Kosta and winemaker Shane Finley, The Approach is a five-barrel Pinot Noir blend that reaches beyond the boundaries of a single vineyard or appellation.

A Perfect Score

Jonathan Cristaldi awarded the 2023 The Approach 100 points, placing it at No. 4 on his Top 100 Wines of 2025.

A remarkable recognition of the vision, precision, and artistry behind a blend created to be greater than the sum of its parts.

Offered exclusively in magnum format, The Approach Pinot Noir is a blend that transcends terroir. 

Made to Be Shared

Presented in a 1.5-liter magnum and a custom wood box, The Approach is a wine for the table, for gathering, and for moments worth remembering.

Accolades

  • 100 points, Cristaldi & Co.
  • 98 points Cellar Selection, Wine Enthusiast
  • 97 points, The Wine Palate Lisa Perotti-Brown
  • 96 points, Jeb Dunnuck
  • 95 points, James Suckling
  • 95 points, Vinous

The Quest for Grail by Dan Kosta

We are on a quest to perfect wines of elegant intensity and bring them to the rest of the world.

Grail by Dan Kosta is a treasured Pinot Noir, offered exclusively to those on our private allocation list. Coveted by collectors and connoisseurs alike, Grail represents rarity, craftsmanship, and the quiet luxury of discovery. Those who pursue it revel in the thrill of securing an allocation and delight in sharing a bottle on special occasions — moments that foster meaningful connections and create lasting memories.