2014 Kistler "Cuvée Natalie - Silver Belt" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

“The 2014 Pinot Noir Silver Belt Cuvée Natalie has more density, power and richness than the Kistler Vineyard, with darker tonalities of fruit, to match its inner sweetness. The distinctive aromatics of Swan clone are especially pronounced today. Translucent and expressive, with striking shades of red/purplish fruits, the 2014 is magnificent today. Silky tannins and soft contours will make the 2014 nearly impossible to resist upon release. (AG)” (03/2017)

“The Silver Belt Cuvée Natalie Pinot Noir has more Swan clone in it than the Kistler Vineyard wine. Medium ruby-purple colored, the 2014 Pinot Noir Cuvée Natalie Silver Belt has a lovely floral nose with notes of lavender and red roses over a core of raspberry leaves, wild strawberries and forest floor. Medium-bodied, it has a refreshing line of acid and wonderfully ripe, silky tannins supporting the intense, perfumed red berry flavors, finishing with an herbal lift. (LPB)” (03/2017)

“Complex black cherry and blackberry flavors are shaded by spicy, cedary oak and supported by firm, gripping tannins that make for a powerful expression. Shows a measure of elegance and finesse. (JL)” (05/2017)

“From a Goldridge vineyard three miles south of the winery planted in 1998. Pale transparent crimson. Very aromatic and sweetly fruity on the nose. Delicate texture with very fresh acidity and present if polished and fine tannins. Not quite ready to enjoy yet but constructed for a very fine hedonistic future. Really lifted and not remotely heavy. Long. 17.5+/20 points (JR)” (12/2016)