More About the 2023 OCCIDENTAL FREESTONE-OCCIDENTAL PINOT NOIR: Born from the marine-influenced valleys of Sonoma’s extreme coastline, Occidental’s 2023 Freestone-Occidental Pinot Noir is a brilliant portrait of site and craftsmanship. Crafted by legendary Pinot Noir pioneer Steve Kistler, this release builds upon its legacy: refined yet dynamic, precise yet powerfully evocative, it is a wine destined for the highest echelons of Pinot greatness. In 1975, Steve Kistler discovered the transformative power of coastal vineyards, where cooler temperatures coax a profound elegance and ethereal depth from Pinot Noir grapes. After leading Kistler Vineyards into international acclaim, Steve refocused his passion entirely on the untamed terrain of Occidental, driven to craft wines of absolute purity, expressive energy, and unmatched finesse. Occidental seeks purity above all else, and the 2023 Freestone-Occidental Pinot Noir achieves this ideal magnificently. Drawn from three distinctive coastal sites and gently guided by indigenous yeast fermentations, this wine resonates with bright raspberry, crushed violets, and an unmistakable saline freshness. Rarely does a wine convey its origins so vividly and with such unmistakable elegance—experience it for yourself!