2011 Kistler "Cuv̩e Natalie- Silver Belt" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir sweeter and larger-scaled

sweeter and larger-scaled

juicy flavors that possess mouth-staining extract

Tightly structured and quiet in oak

elegant and very mineral-scented interpretation of this cru with almond cake aromas on the nose

sweet and penetrating

2011 Kistler "Cuv̩e Natalie- Silver Belt" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir sweeter and larger-scaledThe 2011 Pinot Noir Silver Belt Vineyard Cuvee Natalie includes more of the Joseph Swan clone than the Kistler Vineyard. It offers hints of strawberries, pomegranate, clove and cinnamon along with crisp, tart acidity, and less texture and depth than the Kistler. There has been a progressive trend by Kistlers winemaking team and owners to harvest at slightly lower sugars, back off slightly on the percentage of new oak used, and bottle their wines