Occidental (Kistler), Freestone-Occidental other_regions This is first-rate for its

This is first-rate for its level and highly recommended

The only cloud on the horizon concerns the winerys ramped up production during a period of economic hard times

though perhaps its white label counterpart will better stand the test of time

This too displays a background trace of wood that highlights the very Vosne-style nose of spicy blue and black fruit aromas that dissolve into rich

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Occidental (Kistler), Freestone-Occidental other_regions This is first-rate for itsMedium 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.