2022 Kistler Durell Vineyard Chardonnay

Kistler Durell Vineyard Chardonnay 2022 is a beautifully layered Sonoma Chardonnay from one of California’s most respected terroir-driven producers. Known for combining precision, richness, and restraint, Kistler crafts wines that consistently show both site character and refined balance.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this Chardonnay typically shows a bright golden hue with excellent clarity. The nose is expressive yet composed, offering notes of citrus zest, pear, white peach, ripe apple, and subtle toasted oak, alongside hints of almond, crushed flowers, and wet stone. On the palate, it is likely to be medium to full-bodied, with a silky texture, vibrant acidity, and a long, mineral finish. Durell Vineyard often brings depth and concentration, while Kistler’s signature style adds tension and elegance. This wine should age very well over the next 5–10 years, developing more honeyed, nutty, and complex tertiary notes with time.

Production
Durell Vineyard is one of Sonoma’s most admired Chardonnay sites, benefiting from cool coastal influences, varied soils, and long growing conditions that encourage flavor development while preserving freshness. Fruit is typically harvested by hand at optimal ripeness, then handled with great care to maintain purity and precision. Kistler is known for traditional, meticulous vinification, often using barrel fermentation and élevage in French oak to build texture and complexity without overpowering the vineyard’s natural character.

Food & Serving
This Chardonnay pairs beautifully with roast chicken, lobster, buttery shellfish, seared scallops, grilled salmon, and creamy pasta dishes. It also works well with dishes featuring wild mushrooms or fresh herbs. Serve slightly chilled, ideally around 10–12°C, and consider brief decanting if you want to open up the wine’s aromatic depth and textural richness.

Producer
Kistler Vineyards was founded in Sonoma County and has become one of California’s benchmark Chardonnay producers, celebrated for its single-vineyard approach and unwavering focus on quality. The winery has earned a strong reputation for making site-specific wines with remarkable balance, intensity, and aging potential. Over the years, Kistler has helped define a more restrained and elegant style of California Chardonnay, and its bottlings are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike.

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