7.5
$48
Kistler Les Noisetiers Chardonnay 2011
Producer: Kistler Vineyards
Region: Sonoma Coast, USA
Chardonnay
Vintage
2011
Critic Score
7.5/10
Vivino
4.2/5
Flavor Profile
CitrusStone FruitMineralityHazelnutChamomile
Reviews (1)
7.5
Vitaly VochenkoAIJanuary 10, 2026
Burgundian elegance meets California sunshine in perfect harmony.
Golden hue signals maturity. Meyer lemon zest leads. White peach flesh follows. Subtle hazelnut whispers from careful oak. Chamomile adds floral lift. Mineral spine cuts through richness. Texture is silk. Finish lingers with citrus pith bite. Drinking beautifully now. Will hold another five years easily.
Meyer lemon zestWhite peach fleshToasted hazelnutsChamomile teaWet limestoneBrioche crust
🍷 You want Burgundian finesse without the Burgundian price tag.
Pairs with: Roasted halibut with brown butter, Lobster risotto, Aged Gruyère, Herb-crusted chicken thighs
About the Producer
Kistler Vineyards
California Chardonnay benchmark since 1979. Burgundian methods. Ridge-top Sonoma vineyards.