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 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 several high-quality clones of both Burgundian and American origin. Yields are kept low by short pruning and thinning. The harvested grapes are cold macerated in their free-flowing juices. This method allows for a higher concentration of aromas without introducing additional tannins into the juices. Fermentation takes place in the Burgundian style 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 unfined and unfiltered. Decanting to separate wine from sediment and/or aerating in 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 a little wine at a time. Any deposit is a sign of quality and originality.

The Kistler Russian River Valley Pinot Noir has an intense, deep purple color. Lively nose, full of primary (fruit) aromas of black and blueberries and violets, supported by aging nuances such as graphite and cedar wood (cigar box). The mouthfeel is fantastic, fresh and powerful at the same time, intensely concentrated and pure, ending in a captivating, wild finale in which the minerality is completely released. Serve: 16-18°C. Storage: surprisingly quickly accessible, but becomes even more complex with extra bottle storage. 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 the emphasis on wild boar, deer, hare, old-fashioned delicious with a garnish of vegetables and fruit. Fancy an adventure? Try this wine slightly chilled with Cajun-seasoned or grilled tuna or marlin steaks!

FACT: The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.