Occidental Running Fence Vineyard Cuvée Catherine Pinot Noir 2022

Occidental Running Fence Vineyard Cuvée Catherine Pinot Noir 2022 is a distinguished expression of the cool, coastal West Sonoma Coast. Crafted under Steve Kistler’s Occidental label, it showcases the remarkable precision, mineral character and elegance that can emerge from vineyards shaped by Pacific fog and maritime winds.

Tasting Notes
The wine opens with an expressive bouquet of red berries, cherry and pomegranate, followed by layers of forest floor, dried herbs, porcini mushroom, sea salt, kelp and a delicate hint of lavender. Its distinctly woodland and maritime character gives the wine a strong sense of place. On the palate, vibrant red fruit, blood orange and blue berries are framed by mineral tones, finely grained tannins and lively acidity. A subtle saline freshness carries through the long, energetic finish, balancing depth and concentration with an almost weightless elegance. Enjoyable now for its freshness and aromatic complexity, it also has the structure and balance to develop further with careful cellaring.

Production
The Pinot Noir comes from Running Fence Vineyard, planted in 2012 on a high ridge close to the Pacific Ocean. Cool maritime winds, persistent coastal fog and marine-influenced soils create a slow, even growing season, encouraging naturally fresh acidity and detailed, mineral-driven fruit. Specific harvesting and vinification details are not provided, but the wine’s precision and finely integrated structure reflect a restrained approach designed to preserve the vineyard’s freshness and character.

Food & Serving
A refined partner for duck, pigeon and other game birds, this Pinot Noir also works beautifully with mushroom dishes, truffle, roasted poultry and delicately seasoned dishes featuring earthy flavours. Serve lightly cool, at approximately 14–16°C. It can be enjoyed immediately, though a gentle decant of 30–60 minutes may help reveal its layered aromatics and soften the wine’s youthful structure.

Producer
Occidental is Steve Kistler’s focused Pinot Noir project, dedicated to expressing the cool, rugged terroir of California’s West Sonoma Coast. Running Fence Vineyard is one of the region’s younger sites, yet its elevated coastal position gives the wines impressive energy, salinity and finesse. This cuvée is a compelling example of the modern, terroir-driven style associated with Occidental and the finest Pinot Noir from Sonoma Coast.

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