2021 Kistler Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

Kistler Vineyards is a small family winery in the Russian River Valley. They specialize in producing Burgundy-style Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines. The winery was founded in 1978 by the Kistler family. They own some of the very best vineyards in Napa and Sonoma, including Dutton Ranch (Russian River Valley) in Western Sonoma County.

Kistler's Pinot Noir vineyards, in the Russian River Valley and Sonoma Coast, contain various high-quality clones of both Burgundian and American origin. Yields are kept low through short pruning and thinning. The harvested grapes are cold-macerated in their free-flowing juices. This method achieves a higher concentration of aromas without introducing extra tannins into the juices. Fermentation takes place following the Burgundian model in small fermentation tanks with a narrow, open top. In total, the 'cuvaison' (cold maceration + alcoholic fermentation) lasts up to 4 weeks. The young wine is then aged for 14 months in 100% new French oak barriques, after which it is bottled unclarified and unfiltered. Decant to separate wine and sediment and/or aerate in a carafe: decant into a carafe 30 minutes before serving to allow the young wine to breathe. You can also use large, wide glasses and pour in a little wine at a time. Any sediment is a sign of quality and authenticity.

The Kistler Russian River Valley Pinot Noir has an intense, deep purple color. Lively nose, full of primary (fruit) aromas of black and blue berries and violets, supported by aging nuances such as graphite and cedarwood (cigar box). The mouthfeel is fantastic, fresh and powerful at the same time, intensely concentrated and pure, ending in a captivating, wild finish in which the minerality fully comes loose. Serving: 16-18°C. Storage: surprisingly accessible quickly, but becomes even more complex with additional bottle aging. Due to its great freshness, fruitiness, minerality, and complexity, this is a very special wine for gastronomy. Great with classic duck, partridge, or wild pigeon breast with a sweet and sour cherry, cranberry, or berry sauce. Ideal wine for the hunting season, with an emphasis on wild boar, deer, and hare; old-fashioned delicious with a garnish of vegetables and fruit. In the mood for an adventure? Try this wine lightly chilled with seared or grilled tuna or marlin steaks with Cajun spices!

FUN FACT: The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you come to pick up the wine, you often receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you select 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht, almost next to the A16, with ample parking. Click here for our address.