Occidental Pinot Noir Freestone-Occidental 2021
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97 Points | CWA
“This is another classy release from Steve Kistler. The bouquet launches with rose petals, fresh red fruit and savory notes. The palate impresses with Bing cherry, raspberry, currants, and pomegranate. Every bit as serious tasting as we would expect from this legendary vintner. Decant prior to 2025 and enjoy through 2029.” - California Wine Advisors (12/2022)
Winemaker Notes
“The 2021 Freestone-Occidental wine shares the same winemaking techniques as our vineyard designated pinot noirs. Crystalline, bright, mouthwatering, and a bit salty with a saline mineral finish, the 2021 Freestone-Occidental evokes juicy red berries and a near perfect balance of finesse and energy – of bright, primary red fruits and saline elements. It conveys outstanding precision and lift in the mouth and finishes vibrant and long with beautifully sculpted tannins. Its modest alcohol (13.3%) makes this wine a perfect complement to any meal. It is delicious now and will develop nicely in bottle.”
“This is another classy release from Steve Kistler. The bouquet launches with rose petals, fresh red fruit and savory notes. The palate impresses with Bing cherry, raspberry, currants, and pomegranate. Every bit as serious tasting as we would expect from this legendary vintner. Decant prior to 2025 and enjoy through 2029.” - California Wine Advisors (12/2022)
Winemaker Notes
“The 2021 Freestone-Occidental wine shares the same winemaking techniques as our vineyard designated pinot noirs. Crystalline, bright, mouthwatering, and a bit salty with a saline mineral finish, the 2021 Freestone-Occidental evokes juicy red berries and a near perfect balance of finesse and energy – of bright, primary red fruits and saline elements. It conveys outstanding precision and lift in the mouth and finishes vibrant and long with beautifully sculpted tannins. Its modest alcohol (13.3%) makes this wine a perfect complement to any meal. It is delicious now and will develop nicely in bottle.”
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