Kistler Durell Vineyard Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2011

$114

Limited New 2011 Kistler Durell Vineyard Chardonnay - *pre-order now for shipping in November* Classic 95 Points Robert Parker: "One of the juicier, more immediate wines in the range, the 2011 Chardonnay Durell Vineyard is supple and juicy throughout. Precision and sensuality are the name of the game. Lemon, jasmine and green pears come alive beautifully in a wine that balances tension and generosity with impeccable grace. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2020."...I was blown away by these wines from Steve Kistler, his partner Mark Bixler and assistant winemaker Jason Kesner. Over the last few years Kistler has refined his approach, as he wasn’t totally satisfied by the way some of his earlier wines had developed in bottle. Today Kistler is picking his Chardonnays at lower Brix levels, using less French oak (with no stirring of the lees) and keeping the wines in barrel for a shorter amount of time, all in an effort to preserve as much freshness as possible. The result is wines that are totally different in style from past years."

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White Wine
Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California, USA
Chardonnay
750ml
Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces

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Prema Behan Delectable Pro

I love this wine. This wasn't my favorite bottle of all time. It was a bit thin through the middle and lacked the complexity that I count on Kistler for. Maybe it's the 2011 vintage... Durell is my favorite vineyard for California Chardonnay hands down. It was still awesome. #champagneproblems

I love this wine. This wasn't my favorite bottle of all time. It was a bit thin through the middle and lacked the complexity that I count on Kistler for. Maybe it's the 2011 vintage... Durell is my favorite vineyard for California Chardonnay hands down. It was still awesome. #champagneproblems

8.7

Charlie Beatty Delectable Pro

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Awesome Chardonnay . Relaxing at home on a Sunday night with family and friends . This Kistler has intense Tropical fruits, just a kiss of oak that complimented the bouquet . Well rounded , overall can't say enough. Fabulous Producer. CB

Awesome Chardonnay . Relaxing at home on a Sunday night with family and friends . This Kistler has intense Tropical fruits, just a kiss of oak that complimented the bouquet . Well rounded , overall can't say enough. Fabulous Producer. CB

9.8

Eugene Kim

Another solid, consistent Chard from Kistler. Melon, ripe fruits, moderate oak. Terrific.

Another solid, consistent Chard from Kistler. Melon, ripe fruits, moderate oak. Terrific.

9.8

Alex Hughes

Enjoyed this. Not as bursting in flavor as some the kistler single vineyards tried. But very Full bodied chard, coats the mouth. Very nicely balanced with citrus, green apple, mineral and a little oak/vanilla. Smell citrusy vanilla, stone and a hint of must. A rich wine with a nice balance of mineral, acidity and creaminess.

Enjoyed this. Not as bursting in flavor as some the kistler single vineyards tried. But very Full bodied chard, coats the mouth. Very nicely balanced with citrus, green apple, mineral and a little oak/vanilla. Smell citrusy vanilla, stone and a hint of must. A rich wine with a nice balance of mineral, acidity and creaminess.

9.8
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