Occidental Freestone-Occidental Pinot Noir 2021
12 bottles
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Wine Description
Occidental Freestone-Occidental Pinot Noir 2021, crafted by the esteemed winemaker Steve Kistler, is a true gem that showcases the essence of the Occidental pinot noir. Sourced from three renowned vineyards in Sonoma Coast AVA, namely Bodega Headlands, Occidental Station, and Bodega Ridge, this wine captures the unique terroir of each site.
In the glass, the wine exhibits a captivating, crystalline ruby color that sparkles with brilliance. The aromas unfold gradually, enticing the senses with a bouquet of blueberry, rhubarb, and cranberry. Delicate notes of bitter orange, amaro, mossy bark, and lavender add complexity and intrigue, revealing new accents with each return to the glass.
On the palate, the 2021 Freestone-Occidental Pinot Noir mesmerizes with its mouthwatering character and a touch of salinity. Juicy red berries take center stage, exuding vibrant flavors that dance with finesse and energy. The wine achieves a remarkable balance between bright, primary red fruits and saline elements. Impeccable precision and lift are evident, creating a harmonious experience on the palate. The wine finishes with vibrancy and remarkable length, adorned with beautifully sculpted tannins that leave a lasting impression.
With a modest alcohol content of 13.3%, this Pinot Noir is a versatile companion for any meal. Its vibrant flavors and refreshing acidity make it an excellent choice to enjoy now, while its potential for development in the bottle promises even greater savory complexity over the next decade.
Receiving an outstanding score of 98 points from Wine Advocate by Robert Parker, the 2021 Freestone-Occidental Pinot Noir is celebrated for its expressive and detailed nature. The fragrant fruit floods the palate, accompanied by chalky tannins and focused, shimmery acidity that entices you to take another sip. The wine culminates in a haunting finish loaded with layers of spice, making it difficult to resist its allure. Whether savored now for its transparency and perfume or allowed to evolve in the bottle, this wine is a testament to the winemaker’s artistry and the extraordinary vineyards of Freestone-Occidental.
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75 reviews for Occidental Freestone-Occidental Pinot Noir 2021
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What does Occidental Freestone-Occidental Pinot Noir 2021 taste like?
leather, earthy, mushroom
cherry, raspberry, red fruit
oak, tobacco, vanilla
peach, baked apple
blackberry, plum, dark fruit
pepper, licorice, cinnamon
citrus, lemon, grapefruit
cream
rhubarb
raisin
guava, kiwi
violet, potpourri, perfume
Food Pairing with Occidental Freestone-Occidental Pinot Noir 2021
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David Britt –
Concentrated nose with deep cherry and berry aromas. Malty notes. Sweet and rounded on the palate, with balanced alcohol. Fruit is good. Immediate appeal.
Shanda Vahle –
Generously acidic Occidental Pinot Noir with cherry chapstick aromas, darker cherry and graphite palate, sweet earth tones, medium minus tannin, and over 14.1% ABV.
Clara Violette –
Soft, plump Pinot Noir with medium plus acidity from a cool vintage that heated up on Labor Day.
Rafael Pena –
Generous pomegranate aroma and flavor with a zesty palate and slight dissolved CO2. Highly praised by Steve Kistler for 2018.
Zelda Solt –
Great Cali wine with ripe notes, moderate alcohol, and intense focus. Balanced oak, jumpy aromatics. Impressed.
James Viesselman –
Geneva Mcilwraith –
Pleasing wine with tart cherry, zinging acidity, and sharp spice, though a bit lean.
Ashleigh Weis –
Dark brick red. Cherry, forest floor, and smoky bacon aromas. Medium acidity, classic pinot fruit with a spicy warmth. Balanced with light tannins and a toasty finish. Juicy.
Howard Beattie –
Well-integrated oak, medium-bodied Pinot with tart cranberry notes and a nice mouthfeel.
Thomas Gunnerson –
This Pinot Noir has a striking purity and explosive nose of red fruits with a delicate salty note. The palate has an incredibly electric dose of bright acidity and fine-grained tannins. It’s refreshing and cellar-worthy.
Robert Macy –
“First time, liked it enough to purchase again.”
Irene Bolin –
Good acidity, but could be better.
Thomas Pensinger –
Review: Modern and easy to appreciate, quite alright.
Susan Hoglund –
Outstanding Cali Pinot. Complex, fruity nose and finish. Highest ranking this year. Best $55 Pinot around.
Ellis Binkley –
Juicy cherry and tart cranberry with subtle spice notes. Good on its own or with food, like rack of lamb or veal. Cousin Pudge bought it at auction for a great price. Well done and will improve with age.
May Owens –
This is a Cuve Catherine, but the vintage is not specified.
James Mcgovern –
Score: 91-92. Initial cherry, sandalwood, tea, kola nut scents. Good acidity, ample tannins. Benefit from 2-3 years in cellar. Nice, restrained CA PN.
Curtis Sterling –
Balanced and lovely Pinot, underrated by ratings. Not the typical toasty jam bomb of CA.
Stewart Hanley –
Review: Good, but hoping for even better in 19.
Arthur Ahrens –
Spicy aroma with dark color. Full-bodied wine with ripe cherry and blackberry flavors. Long finish with good complexity.
Dawn Marsh –
“Great pinot with high acidity, needs aging or decanting. Good value for its pedigree.”
Beverly Achee –
Pure and silky with notes of cherry-rhubarb pie, red spice, and fresh plums. Enjoyable now with potential for aging until 2031.
Brett Costa –
Metallic notes overpower the wine, rendering it flawed.
Kayla Randall –
Consistent with notes from 8/20/2020.
Alvin Edison –
Delicious wine with ripe fruit, hidden alcohol, and great spice and acidity. Tannins are well-integrated. Even better on day 2.
William Johnson –
Day 1: Elegant, true acidity. Day 2: Balanced, beautiful fruit with a hint of citrus. Focused throughout. Thanks!
Vincent Mayfield –
Buttered strawberry toast on the nose, with a long pallet of bing cherries and toasted oak. Finish is excellent.
Stormy Patton –
Fun and youthful, OCC is a great bargain at $43. Lush red fruit and a long finish make it perfect to pair with grilled lobster and tuna. Shared with RP on Mother’s Day.
Jessie Hinerman –
Lean and vibrant wine tasted at the winery.
Edward Arnold –
Great juice with bright acidity and notes of cranberry, pomegranate, and wild strawberry. A slight tartness on the mid-palate with a long finish. Excellent value for the price.
Sharon Caudill –
Excellent balance and body with ripe fruits. Light on its feet, only 13.4% abv. Great now with decant, better in 1-2 years. Bravo Occidental.
Arthur Aguirre –
Clean, smooth, grapefruit and citrus nose with a slight floral touch. Would have been better if decanted for 2 hours. Stunning in 2+ years.
Florence Green –
Superb Occidental Pinot, worth every penny at $58.
Steve Dalbec –
Great value, high-end Pinot with a fruity and lively taste.
Theodore Todd –
Young Pinot, needs aging. Hints of incense.
Christopher Moore –
Lively and seductive.
Daryl Gross –
Garnet color, high acid, tart, berry flavor.
Rose Mulligan –
“Amazing entry-level wine with violet/floral nose, savory herbal flavors, and cool coastal notes. Mildly sweet fruit with tight and coiled finish. Great potential.”
Gayle Pasculli –
This Pinot feels different – thicker and denser. Decanting helps but it needs more time. Not your typical Pinot but worth a try if you like a unique expression.
Nicolas Jenkins –
Great wine!
Lauren Velis –
Top pick of the night, this wine has big shoulders and a balanced taste of dark berries with hints of savory soil notes.
Kathy Jones –
Great quality and balance with sparkling acidity and earthy notes of berry, vanilla, and baking spices. The oak may need a year or two for complexity. A 93-point wine worth getting, and worth considering the 2019 vintage.
Shawn Shaw –
Great pinot noir with cherry, leather, and sandalwood notes. A bit high in acid now, but will be fantastic in a few years. Better than 2017 and complex. Will reach 95p in 2-3 years.
Gene Villanvera –
Approachable with mild acidity. Notes of bright cherry, baking spice, mineral, and savory. Age for 5 years for greatness.
Vera Belew –
Kistler’s Pinot Noir 19 vintage is refined with red berries, licorice, and velvety tannins. Elegantly easy-going, drinks well today.
Daniel Getter –
Great wine, highly recommend!
Bessie Morales –
Medium-bodied with notes of raspberries and tart strawberries, this wine has a minerally streak and is not overly fruity. A crowd-pleaser.
Benjamin Mcmillan –
Impressive American pinot blend with young vines. Notes of red and darker fruits, floral aromas, and a long finish. Paired well with duck breast. 93 points with upside.
Jessie Clark –
Excellent Pinot Noir ($110) at Glen Ellen Star. Red cherries, strawberries, currants, and raspberries, with a bit of forest floor. Light to medium-bodied, brisk acidity, and good complexity. Perfect with roasted Branzino and lamb rigatoni. Refreshing, versatile, and reasonably priced.
Audrey Lewis –
Great wine, not typical PN. Evolved, perfumed nose, silky palate, dense color, generous red fruit profile. Complex aromas/flavors, hard to pinpoint. Will savor remaining bottles and may get another case.
John Zanella –
Wine needs time.
Laura Hall –
Delicious red fruit with a hint of earth and herbs on the nose. Tart but still smooth. Need to buy more Occidental.
Carl Gouin –
Fantastic Pinot with deep fruit, lovely sweetness, and balanced acidity. Juicy finish and lingering aftertaste.
Thelma Borkowski –
Spiced nose and floral notes with a juicy finish. Very Good to Excellent. My WOTN and elegant.
Helen Moore –
Superb, high-end Pinot at a great value.
Perry Smith –
Lovely American Pinot, as expected.
Deborah Thompson –
Translucent redish purple with savory, herbal, and floral notes. Fresh berries, Bing cherry, and mulled orange spice add to the flavor profile. A minerally acidic backbone adds to its coastal fresh frame. So good!
John Pollard –
Great.
Dexter Smith –
Wine needed time to open up, should have been decanted. Acidity was unbalanced initially, but improved with time. 88 points.
Barbara Ellis –
High energy Pinot with cherry, red plum, incense and pastille flavors. Dense tannic core. A promising wine.
Jacquie Myers –
Bottle opened too close to service. Not as good as previous bottle. Richer taste. Need to decant longer. Holding off on new bottle.
William Vasquez –
Good, but needs longer decanting. Aromas of dark cherries, raspberry, cranberry, and forest floor. Medium body, fresh fruit, light tannins, good length. Save for a few years.
Charles Ziegler –
Delicious and easy to drink, a great choice for everyday enjoyment.
Wanda Harrison –
Fantastic 2018 wine with round tannins, high acidity, and a perfect balance of chalk, red berries, sandalwood, and earl grey. Perfect around 2026-2030. 95+.
Precious Pitts –
“Great wine, cherry and ripe strawberry nose, good concentration and acid structure.”
Michele Mcleod –
Disappointing for the price. Plum and berry profile with a med(-) complexity/finish. Expected more from Kistler’s Sonoma coast venture.
Dan Smith –
Pinot Noir with pungent sour red cherry notes and rich flavor. Improved with air.
Monica Riley –
Chateau Biawak Chapter 9: SONOMAvatar – The way of water. Intoxicating and aromatic with red berries, cherries, and raspberries. Sees 25% new French oak for 11 months before spending a further 3 months in stainless steel. Saline finish.
Brandy Imlay –
Silky texture, concentrated flavor, worth the $65.
Julie Parker –
Complex, deep, rich and polished. Best enjoyed without food or with canapés/snacks. Doesn’t pair well with cheese. Enjoyable now and could last 20+ years.
Barbara Wells –
A ripe and floral Pinot from a warm climate with balanced acidity and fruity mid-palate. Nice wine from the area.
Kathryn Savage –
Superb wine with cherry, tea, blueberry, and orange peel notes. Can age longer. Comparable to a 1er cru burgundy.
Frank Townsley –
New world style with cherry cola notes and prickly tannin finish. Drinkable now but better to age for a few years.
Bryan Clair –
Young and delicious with impressive depth of smoke, rhubarbs, cherries, and earthy aroma. Delicate and balanced with high acidity, spiciness, blueberries, and liquorice. Lengthy finish.
Frances Willet –
Deep color, sodium, rhubarb, cherries, dill, smoke. Delicate and spicy with blueberry and licorice on the palate. Long finish. Great wine, but better to keep for now.