

The vineyard was the creation of the Kistler family and was founded in 1978 and has made a name for itself through consistency, quality and stellar wines, without the use of any marketing whatsoever. Both their Chardonnay and Pinot Noir are crafted utilizing classic Burgundian techniques.
The Chardonnay comes from ten vineyard designate sites, all with distinct regional characteristics. Each site utilizes the same California heritage selection clone but each wine develops their own personality through traditional winemaking techniques. The Sonoma Coast, Sonoma Mountain, and Carneros AVA’s fruit is used to produce their fine wines. Kistler Pinot Noir is intense, highly extracted and oaked to perfection. Aged for up to 14 months in only new French oak, these celebrated wines are always unfined and unfiltered. Kistler is undeniably one of the world’s finest estates and is passionate and dedicated about mixing Burgundy style wines with the essence of the beautiful fruit from Sonoma.
The Kistler Pinot Noir Laguna Ridge Vineyard 2020 showcases a unique expression of the Russian River Valley, particularly influenced by its fog-cooled location. This medium-bodied red is characterized by vibrant aromas of crushed cherries, blood orange, and floral notes, complemented by herbal nuances of sage and mint. The palate is silky with a concentrated depth, featuring flavors of raspberry liqueur and hints of turned earth, along with a mineral backbone that enhances its structure. The wine's seamless acidity and subtle spice lead to a long, satisfying finish, reflecting the careful vineyard practices and low yields typical of Kistler's approach. This vintage faced challenges from wildfires but resulted in a remarkable balance and complexity.
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