Occidental (Kistler), Freestone-Occidental Vintage:2022 Good stuff and because of

Good stuff and because of the velvety palate feel

airy and restrained aromas of plum liqueur

It feels like this 2018 vintage is still warming up and is slowly putting on volume and weight

As it did from cask the nose is partially compromised by the presence of noticeable reduction so be sure to decant this

Occidental (Kistler), Freestone-Occidental Vintage:2022 Good stuff and because ofMedium 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.