2022 Kistler Les Noisetiers Chardonnay

The 2022 Kistler Les Noisetiers Chardonnay is a benchmark California Chardonnay that captures both richness and precision in one bottle. Sourced from carefully selected vineyard sites and crafted with Kistler’s famously restrained approach, it offers depth, texture, and a distinctly Burgundian sense of balance. A long-time favorite among collectors, Les Noisetiers has helped define what serious cool-climate Chardonnay from California can be.

Tasting Notes
Pale golden in the glass, it opens with lifted aromas of citrus peel, ripe orchard fruit, crushed stone, and subtle toasted hazelnut. Hints of white flowers and delicate vanilla add complexity without overwhelming the wine’s freshness. On the palate, it is layered and concentrated, with flavors of lemon curd, pear, and nectarine carried by bright acidity and a polished, creamy texture. The finish is long and mineral-tinged, with enough structure to develop beautifully over the next several years.

Production
Les Noisetiers is drawn from selected Chardonnay vineyards in California’s cool-climate coastal zones, where ocean influence and well-drained soils help preserve freshness and aromatic precision. The fruit is typically harvested by hand at optimal ripeness and fermented with a focus on site expression rather than overt oak character. Kistler is known for barrel fermentation and judicious élevage, allowing the wine to gain texture and complexity while remaining poised and focused.

Food & Serving
This Chardonnay pairs beautifully with roast chicken, lobster, grilled scallops, creamy pasta dishes, and mushroom risotto. Serve chilled, ideally around 10-12°C, and consider brief decanting if you want to open up the wine’s layered aromatics.

Producer
Kistler Vineyards was founded in Sonoma County and has become one of California’s most respected Chardonnay producers. Known for its meticulous vineyard sourcing and low-intervention winemaking, the estate has built a strong reputation for producing wines with both intensity and elegance. Over the years, Kistler has earned cult status among collectors and remains a reference point for premium California Chardonnay.

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