2005 Kistler "Kistler Vineyard" Russian River Valley Pinot Noir really communicates an impression of

really communicates an impression of cold terroir

with 72% Cabernet Sauvignon

but the yellow and white fruits really define it

I love the contrast between richness and freshness

tarry nose

2005 Kistler "Kistler Vineyard" Russian River Valley Pinot Noir really communicates an impression of"It is easy to get excited about Kistler's Pinot Noirs," remarked Robert Parker in 1998. "All are aged in 100% new oak, made in small lots (250 500 cases), and bottled with neither fining nor filtration. They are trying to keep the levels of SO2 to minimal dosages so the wines can be as expressive as possible. These Pinot Noirs can easily hold their own in blind tastings with the finest red Burgundies." More than a decade later, Parker's praise