Kistler

Kistler Vineyard Pinot Noir

9.2125 ratings
9.015 pro ratings
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
Pinot Noir
Turkey, Game, Exotic Spices, Soft Cheese, Duck, Goose, Salads & Greens, Potato, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, White Rice, Pasta, Herbs, Nuts & Seeds, Mushrooms, Chicken, Meaty & Oily Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Stew, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Salami & Prosciutto, Salmon, Quinoa, Shellfish
Top Notes For
Sipping Fine Wine

From a cooler vineyard, Ruby color with aromas of red fruits, forest floor and floral spice, aged for 12 months in new oak. On the palate flavors of cherry and raspberry with cedar notes, black pepper, cinnamon spice and earthy herbs. Full-bodied, fine tannins, long finish ending with fruit, oak and a spicy earthy character. Pair this with a grilled salmon or pork chop!

From a cooler vineyard, Ruby color with aromas of red fruits, forest floor and floral spice, aged for 12 months in new oak. On the palate flavors of cherry and raspberry with cedar notes, black pepper, cinnamon spice and earthy herbs. Full-bodied, fine tannins, long finish ending with fruit, oak and a spicy earthy character. Pair this with a grilled salmon or pork chop!

Jun 21st, 2023
Mike Saviage

Nice scarlet purple. Clear and vibrant in the glass. Strawberry, raspberry and roses in the nose. Very CA Pinot in its fruit, alcohol and structure. A little heavy but a nice wine

Nice scarlet purple. Clear and vibrant in the glass. Strawberry, raspberry and roses in the nose. Very CA Pinot in its fruit, alcohol and structure. A little heavy but a nice wine

Sep 9th, 2017
Jason Heller

Master Sommelier

8.4

2003

2003

1 person found it helpfulJan 24th, 2014
Charlie Abbott

Sommelier Casa Mono

8.9

Uncomplicated, juicy Cali PN goodness. Mag

Uncomplicated, juicy Cali PN goodness. Mag

May 19th, 2016
Alexa Rose

Putting the pieces together.

Putting the pieces together.

Jul 27th, 2015
Rebecca McMahon

2001

Mar 9th, 2015
Andrew Lampasone

Owner Wine Watch Selections

9.2

Wow raspberry coulis like fruit zesty spice and floral highlights. Most excellent!

Wow raspberry coulis like fruit zesty spice and floral highlights. Most excellent!

Oct 5th, 2014
Yoon Ha

Master Sommelier/Wine Director Benu

8.8

Yet another '02 CA Pinot - this one demonstrating a more youthful and brawny disposition.

Yet another '02 CA Pinot - this one demonstrating a more youthful and brawny disposition.

Sep 25th, 2014
Rachael Ryan

Sommelier Quince Restaurant

8.7

2001, 2003 and 2004 side by side, tasting in that same order: 2001 the best, followed by 2003, 2004 disappointing. Interestingly, all are labelled as 14.1%. Would love to know actual ABVs.

2001, 2003 and 2004 side by side, tasting in that same order: 2001 the best, followed by 2003, 2004 disappointing. Interestingly, all are labelled as 14.1%. Would love to know actual ABVs.

Dec 15th, 2013
Doug Banks

Sales & Marketing Terroir Selections

9.2

Simply awesome!

Simply awesome!

Mar 31st, 2013