Occidental (Kistler) Pinot Noir Freestone-Occidental Vineyard 2021 750ml Case of 6

Name: Occidental (Kistler) Pinot Noir Freestone-Occidental Vineyard 2021 750ml
Brand: Occidental (Kistler)
SKU: 989607
Price: 87.6 USD
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Rating: 95 (6 reviews)

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SKU 989607

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The 2021 Pinot Noir Freestone-Occidental is incredibly expressive and detailed! Its aromas open slowly from blueberry, rhubarb and cranberry to tones of bitter orange, amaro, mossy bark and lavender, continuing to reveal new accents with each return to the glass. Light-bodied, it floods the mouth with fragrant, detailed fruit supported by chalky tannins and focused, shimmery acidity that calls you in for another sip. It has a haunting finish loaded with spicy layers, and it’s very difficult to put this delicious wine down. Drink it now for its transparency and perfume, or allow it to develop savory complexity in bottle over the next decade.

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Country: United States
Region: California
Appellation: Sonoma Coast

Size: 750ml
Color: Red
Alcohol by Vol: 13.5%

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Varietal Pinot Noir

Regularly described as being the grape varietal responsible for producing the world's most romantic wines, Pinot Noir has long been associated with elegance and a broad range of flavors The name means 'black pine' in French, and this is due to the fact that the fruit of this particular varietal is especially dark in color, and hangs in a conical shape, like that of a pine cone. Despite being grown today in almost every wine producing country, Pinot Noir is a notoriously difficult grape variety to cultivate. This is because it is especially susceptible to various forms of mold and mildew, and thrives best in steady, cooler climates. However, the quality of the fruit has ensured that wineries and vintners have persevered with the varietal, and new technologies and methods have overcome many of the problems it presents. Alongside this, the wide popularity and enthusiasm for this grape has ensured it will remain a firm favorite amongst wine drinkers for many years to come.

Country United States

Of all the New World wine countries, perhaps the one which has demonstrated the most flair for producing high quality wines - using a combination of traditional and forward-thinking contemporary methods - has been the United States of America. For the past couple of centuries, the United States has set about transforming much of its suitable land into vast vineyards, capable of supporting a wide variety of world-class grape varietals which thrive on both the Atlantic and the Pacific coastlines. Of course, we immediately think of sun-drenched California in regards to American wines, with its enormous vineyards responsible for the New World's finest examples of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot based wines, but many other states have taken to viticulture in a big way, with impressive results. Oregon, Washington State and New York have all developed sophisticated and technologically advanced wine cultures of their own, and the output of U.S wineries is increasing each year as more and more people are converted to their produce.

Region California

California as a wine producing region has grown in size and importance considerably over the past couple of centuries, and today is the proud producer of more than ninety percent of the United States' wines. Indeed, if California was a country, it would be the fourth largest producer of wine in the world, with a vast range of vineyards covering almost half a million acres. The secret to California's success as a wine region has a lot to do with the high quality of its soils, and the fact that it has an extensive Pacific coastline which perfectly tempers the blazing sunshine it experiences all year round. The winds coming off the ocean cool the vines, and the natural valleys and mountainsides which make up most of the state's wine regions make for ideal areas in which to cultivate a variety of high quality grapes.

Appellation Sonoma Coast

Sonoma Coast, a prized wine appellation in California, stands out for its breathtaking landscapes and cool-climate viticulture. What makes Sonoma Coast unique is its proximity to the Pacific Ocean, bringing maritime influences that create ideal conditions for growing Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes. The region's diverse topography, including rolling hills and coastal ridges, allows for a range of microclimates, contributing to the complexity and character of its wines. Sonoma Coast wines, particularly Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, are celebrated for their elegance, vibrant acidity, and expressive fruit flavors. Notable sub-appellations like Russian River Valley and Fort Ross-Seaview exemplify the diversity within the larger Sonoma Coast region. Winemakers embrace sustainable practices, further enhancing the appellation's appeal. Exploring Sonoma Coast offers wine enthusiasts a captivating journey into the synergy between land and vine, where the Pacific's influence shapes wines of remarkable finesse and distinct terroir expression.

Ratings & Reviews

WA 98pts

Wine Advocate

The 2021 Pinot Noir Freestone-Occidental is incredibly expressive and detailed! Its aromas open slowly from blueberry, rhubarb and cranberry to tones of bitter orange, amaro, mossy bark and lavender, continuing to reveal new accents with each return to the glass. Light-bodied, it floods the mouth with fragrant, detailed fruit supported by chalky tannins and focused, shimmery acidity that calls you in for another sip. It has a haunting finish loaded with spicy layers, and it's very difficult to put this delicious wine down. Drink it now for its transparency and perfume, or allow it to develop savory complexity in bottle over the next decade.

TWI 96pts

The Wine Independent

Medium ruby-purple in color, the 2021 Freestone-Occidental prances out with eager-to-please notes of warm cranberries, Morello cherries, and raspberry leaves, leading to wafts of mossy tree bark, wet slate, and iris. The medium-bodied palate is graceful and refreshing, with vivacious fruit and beautiful tension creating an ethereal sense of lift on the finish, keeping you reaching for more. "This year this label comes exclusively from our properties here, which was always our plan for this wine," says owner Steve Kistler.

JD 95pts

Jeb Dunnuck

A youthful deep ruby, the 2021 Pinot Noir Freestone-Occidental is highly expressive with wild lavender, kirsch, and fresh mountain herbs. Full-bodied, with youthful suppleness to its fruit at this stage, it has the same fantastic salinity that’s present across this whole lineup Occidental. Drink 2024-2034.

WS 94pts

Wine Spectator

This is super sleek in feel, with beautiful hibiscus, damson plum and black cherry puree notes that race through, flanked with a mouthwatering rooibos tea note and backed by a long minerally echo on the finish. A very pure, precise wine. Drink now through 2033. 505 cases made.

VM 94pts

Vinous Media

The 2021 Pinot Noir Freestone-Occidental is a fabulous introduction to this range. Bright and sculpted, the 2021 impresses with its energy, drive and finesse. Crushed red/purplish berry fruit, mint, spice, lavender and dried flowers give this mid-weight, nervy Pinot tons of complexity. In this vintage, all of the fruit is from the two estate properties.

JS 93pts

James Suckling

Crunchy and vivid with plenty of energy, focusing on the strawberry and raspberry character with a slight umami undertone that suggests that this comes from near the sea on the West Sonoma Coast. Lively acidity and integrated tannins. Delicious now. Why wait?

Winery Notes

The Freestone-Occidental wine shares the same winemaking techniques as Occidental's vineyard designated Pinot Noirs. Crystalline, bright, mouthwatering, and a bit salty with a saline mineral finish, the 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. It is delicious now and will develop nicely in bottle.

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Occidental (Kistler) Pinot Noir Freestone-Occidental Vineyard 2021 750ml Case of 6

Winery Occidental (Kistler)

Varietal Pinot Noir

Country United States

Region California

Appellation Sonoma Coast

Wine Advocate

The Wine Independent

Jeb Dunnuck

Wine Spectator

Vinous Media

James Suckling

Winery Notes

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