Occidental Pinot Noir Freestone-Occidental 2021

Occidental Pinot Noir Freestone-Occidental 2021 is an exceptionally expressive and finely detailed red from California’s cool Sonoma Coast. Light on its feet yet remarkably persistent, it combines fragrant red and dark fruit with bright acidity, mineral-toned tannins and an intriguing, layered character. The wine is particularly compelling now for its transparency and perfume, while offering the potential to develop greater spice and complexity over the next decade.

Tasting Notes
The wine shows a bright, translucent ruby hue. Its aromatic profile gradually unfolds from blueberry, rhubarb and cranberry into more savoury and complex notes of bitter orange, amaro, lavender and moss-covered bark. Each return to the glass reveals another subtle layer.

Production
Specific harvesting and vinification details have not been provided. The Freestone-Occidental designation points to a cool-climate Sonoma Coast origin, a setting well suited to producing Pinot Noir with vibrant acidity, aromatic precision and an elegant structure.

Food & Serving
Serve slightly cool, around 14–16°C. Its bright acidity and delicate tannins make it an excellent partner for roast duck, grilled or roasted poultry, mushroom dishes, herb-crusted pork and dishes featuring earthy vegetables. A short decant of 20–30 minutes can help reveal its aromatic layers, although older bottles are best poured carefully and served without extended aeration.

Producer
Occidental is the Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir project founded by Steve Kistler, with a focus on expressive wines from the cool, fog-influenced western part of Sonoma County. The producer is recognised for crafting finely detailed, site-driven Pinot Noir that reflects the region’s maritime climate, combining elegance, perfume and length with a distinctive sense of place.

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