{"product_id":"2021-kistler-russian-river-valley-pinot-noir-1","title":"2021 Kistler Russian River Valley Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Kistler Russian River Valley Pinot Noir is a beautifully focused California Pinot that showcases the finesse and depth the Russian River Valley is known for. Kistler Vineyards has built its reputation on site-driven wines with precision and purity, and this bottling reflects that legacy with classic cool-climate character and polished structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it typically shows a vibrant ruby tone with inviting clarity. The nose leans into red cherry, wild strawberry, rose petal, and a touch of spice, with subtle earthy and savory nuances that add complexity. On the palate, it is silky and layered, balancing bright acidity with ripe red fruit, gentle spice, and a refined, mineral finish.\n\nWhile already expressive in its youth, this Pinot Noir should also reward short- to medium-term cellaring, gaining added nuance and texture over the next several years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from the Russian River Valley in California, this wine benefits from a cool-climate terroir shaped by marine influence, fog, and well-drained soils that help preserve freshness and aromatic lift. Kistler is known for careful vineyard selection and low-intervention winemaking, with hand harvesting and thoughtful cellar work designed to emphasize balance, site expression, and varietal purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Pinot Noir pairs well with roast chicken, duck breast, mushroom risotto, grilled salmon, and herb-driven dishes. Serve it slightly cool, ideally around 14–16°C, and consider a brief decant if opening it young to allow the aromas to fully unfold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKistler Vineyards is one of California’s most respected boutique producers, founded in 1978 and widely recognized for its site-specific Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Based in Sonoma County, the winery has played an important role in defining a more Burgundian style for California, earning acclaim for precision, restraint, and exceptional vineyard expression.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kistler Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54251961581905,"sku":"GCW-T-MMUI-21020801","price":94.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/2021_Kistler_Russian_River_Valley_Pinot_Noir.png?v=1783442478","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/2021-kistler-russian-river-valley-pinot-noir-1","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}