subtle torrefaction notes and a hint of black olive

milk chocolate and rose petal

There is very good size and weight

A more restrained nose of cassis

(from vines planted in 1902)

Occidental (Kistler), Freestone-Occidental other_regions subtle torrefaction notes and aMedium ruby purple colored, the 2015 Pinot Noir Freestone Occidental has super intense notes of redcurrants, black raspberries, black cherries and violets with hints of dark chocolate, cinnamon stick and smoked meats plus a waft of underbrush. Wonderfully elegant in the mouth with vibrant black and red fruits, earth and savory layers, it has a firm frame of finely grained tannins and wonderful freshness, finishing long with an exciting herbal lift.