Kistler Les Noisetiers Chardonnay 2023

Kistler Vineyards are dedicated to the pursuit of perfection of two grapes, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

In their words - Kistler’s philosophy centers around  site transparency and minimal intervention, both of which are evident in their vinification of Les Noisetiers. Grapes are harvested by hand and  whole-cluster pressed, preserving the purity of the juice and minimizing phenolic extraction. The wine undergoes barrel fermentation with native yeasts, allowing spontaneous fermentations to unfold at their own pace, thus enhancing
texture and complexity.

The 2023 vintage was aged for11 months in French oak barrels, of which  35% were
new, lending subtle toasty notes without overwhelming the fruit. It was  bottled
unfined and unfiltered, preserving its full expression of site and structure. Notably,
the vintage benefited from a cool, verdant growing season with a mild summer and
avoided the September heatwave, resulting in wines of crystalline acidity and
measured ripeness.

Food pairing - Grilled lobster with tarragon butter – The richness of lobster is lifted by the wine’s acidity and complemented by its toasted oak notes.