2021 Kistler Dutton Ranch Chardonnay

Kistler Vineyards is a small, family-owned winery in the Russian River Valley. They specialize in producing Burgundy-style Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The winery was founded in 1978 by the Kistler family. They own some of the finest vineyards in Napa and Sonoma, including Dutton Ranch (Russian River Valley) in western Sonoma County. The winery was founded in 1978 by Steve Kistler and Mark Bixler. Kistler Vineyards has built a reputation for its dedication to crafting wines that express the unique terroir of each vineyard.

Kistler is best known for its Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines, which consistently receive high ratings and critical acclaim. The winery produces a range of single-vineyard Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs, often named after the vineyard where the grapes originate. Some of the well-known vineyards Kistler partners with include Dutton Ranch, Hudson Vineyard, and Cuvee Cathleen. Kistler follows a minimal-intervention winemaking philosophy, aiming to allow the natural qualities of the grapes and the vineyard to shine through. They utilize traditional winemaking techniques and often ferment their wines with indigenous yeasts. Kistler wines are produced in relatively small quantities, making them highly sought after by collectors and wine enthusiasts. This limited production contributes to their exclusivity. In recent years, the winery has adopted biodynamic farming methods in some of its vineyards. This holistic approach to agriculture aims to improve the health and vitality of the vineyards and the grapes.

The Dutton Ranch vineyard boasts sand-drift Gold Ridge soils. Located in the heart of the intersection of the Russian River Valley and Sonoma Coast appellations, it is planted in the sand-drift Gold Ridge soil series. A Chardonnay of precision, with focused, structural acidity interwoven within a body of delicate orchard fruit notes, crowned by soil-drift aromas.

FACT : The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount. You'll see the potential discount immediately if you choose Pickup at Checkout. We're located right next to the Rijksweg with ample parking. Click here for the address.