2023 Kanzler Estate Reserve Pinot Noir
96 pts – Owen Bargreen
“2023 Kanzler ‘Kanzler Estate Reserve’ Pinot Noir The 2023 Kanzler ‘Kanzler Estate Reserve’ Pinot Noir is a barrel selection wine from their estate vineyard the Russian River Valley. Given 23% whole cluster fermentation. The nose is gorgeous with bright red rose petals that mingle well with exotic spices, cola, Mandarin orange peel and shades of black truffle shavings. The palate is ultra-refined, fresh and gorgeous in terms of texture and verve. A world-class wine made from this slightly cooler vintage, enjoy now and over the next fifteen to twenty years. Drink 2025–2042.”
95 pts – Wine Enthusiast
“This plush and opulent Pinot delivers bright aromas of spiced cherry, black plum, cola spice and cedar on the nose. The palate displays rich tannin, juicy acidity and layers of cherry, cocoa, rose petal and cinnamon flavors that expand along the finish. Yummy now, this will improve with age. Best from 2030–2040.”
93 pts – Wine Spectator
“Succulent and inviting, with a mix of red and black cherry and plum compote notes infused with rose hip and black tea through the perfumy yet driven finish. Drink now through 2031. 550 cases made.”
93 pts – James Suckling
“Aromas of red cherries, raspberries and rose petals with undertones of herbs and minerals. The palate is medium-bodied with bright acidity and fine tannins, showing smooth flavors of red berries, citrus zest and earth. Refined and balanced, with a lifted, persistent finish. Drink or hold.”
93 pts – Vinous
“The 2023 Pinot Noir Estate Reserve is elegant, polished and deep. Crushed rose petal, spice, cedar, pipe tobacco and dried flowers give this mid-weight Pinot tons of aromatic intensity and overall presence. Silky tannins wrap it all up in style. This is such a pretty, refined wine.”
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2023 Mes Filles Pinot Noir
95 pts – Owen Bargreen
“2023 Kanzler ‘Mes Filles Vineyard’ Pinot Noir – The 2023 Kanzler ‘Mes Filles Vineyard’ Pinot Noir is sourced from the famed Russian River Valley site and was given 22% whole cluster fermentation. The nose is very pretty with bright red fruits that mingle well with orange peel, baking spices, rose petals and hints of forest floor. The palate is refined and beautifully textured with a sense of purity and finesse. This is a gorgeous wine that is already showing beautifully and will continue to evolve gracefully over the next decade plus.”
94 pts – Vinous
“The 2023 Pinot Noir Mes Filles Vineyard is one of the highlights in the Kanzler range. Dark red-toned fruit, spice, leather, cedar and rose petal all build nicely. This is an especially savory, layered Pinot from Kanzler. Silky tannins add to the wine’s overall appeal. The Mes Filles is a standout.”
94 pts – James Suckling
“Brilliant balance and pure, focused cherry flavors with subtle notes of rose petals, dried herbs and minerals. Medium-bodied with bright acidity and refined tannins that give the wine a polished texture. Fresh and elegant, with a long, precise finish. Drink or hold.”
93 pts – Wine Spectator
“Lively acidity races underneath a mix of red and black cherry, raspberry and plum flavors, with accents of spice and dried herbs. Fresh and focused, with good length. Drink now through 2032.”
92 pts – Wine Enthusiast
“Big, bright aromas of saturated raspberry, cinnamon stick and rose petal jump from the glass. The palate shows juicy red fruit, lively acidity and fine-grained tannins that support flavors of cherry, baking spice and dried flowers. Balanced and expressive.”
91 pts – Jeb Dunnuck
“A darker shade of ruby, the 2023 Pinot Noir Mes Filles Vineyard reveals notes of ripe red fruits, dried flowers, baking spice and subtle earth. Medium-bodied, with good concentration, fine tannins and a clean, balanced finish. A solid effort from this site.”
2023 One Fifteen Pinot Noir
94 pts – Owen Bargreen
“The 2023 Kanzler ‘One Fifteen’ Pinot Noir comes from a cool site in the Russian River Valley and was given 21% whole cluster fermentation. The nose offers lovely red cherry, raspberry coulis, rose petals and hints of spice and wet stone. The palate is polished and expressive with beautiful purity, vibrant acidity and fine-grained tannins. Fresh, refined and already quite charming, this should drink well over the next decade.”
93 pts – Vinous
“The 2023 Pinot Noir One Fifteen is soft, open-knit and inviting. Sweet red cherry fruit, rose petal, spice and cedar lend notable aromatic presence. This mid-weight Pinot shows lovely balance and finesse, with silky tannins and a persistent finish.”
93 pts – James Suckling
“Aromas of cherries, raspberries and rose petals with hints of dried herbs. Medium-bodied with lively acidity and fine tannins. Elegant and focused, with a bright, refreshing finish. Drink or hold.”
92 pts – Wine Enthusiast
“Juicy aromas of cherry, strawberry and rose petal are lifted by hints of baking spice. The palate is bright and energetic, with layered red fruit flavors, fresh acidity and a clean, persistent finish.”
2023 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
93 pts – Owen Bargreen
“2023 Kanzler ‘Russian River Valley’ Pinot Noir – This is a beautifully balanced wine that opens with aromas of ripe red cherry, cranberry and rose petals, accented by hints of orange peel and spice. The palate is fresh and refined, showing purity of fruit, lively acidity and polished tannins. An elegant, approachable expression of Russian River Valley Pinot Noir.”
92 pts – James Suckling
“At first rich, soft and almost sweet tasting, this medium-bodied wine expands on the palate with fresh acidity and moderate tannins. Strawberry and raspberry flavors mingle with rose petals and light spices. Balanced and expressive. Drink or hold.”
91 pts – Wine Spectator
“Light-bodied but with excellent energy, this lively Pinot offers cherry and raspberry flavors accented by dried herbs and spice. Fresh and focused, with a clean, snappy finish. Drink now through 2030.”
91 pts – Wine Enthusiast
“This Pinot gives fresh cherry, orange pith and rose petal aromas on the nose. The palate is lively and juicy, offering red fruit flavors with bright acidity and light tannins that carry through the finish.”
90 pts – Jeb Dunnuck
“Medium ruby, the 2023 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley reveals notes of ripe red fruits, flowers and subtle spice. Medium-bodied, clean and balanced, with solid freshness and a straightforward, enjoyable finish.”
89 pts – Vinous
“The 2023 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley) is soft, fruity and forward. Sweet red cherry fruit, floral notes and light spice lend an easygoing charm. This is a pleasant, early-drinking Pinot with good balance.”
2023 Walker Station Chardonnay
93 pts – Owen Bargreen
“The 2023 Kanzler ‘Walker Station’ Chardonnay is bright, fresh and beautifully balanced. Aromas of lemon curd, pear and white flowers mingle with hints of baking spice and wet stone. The palate is vibrant and energetic, showing excellent purity of fruit, crisp acidity and a refined, mineral-driven finish. This is a classy, cool-climate Chardonnay that drinks beautifully now and will age gracefully.”
92 pts – Wine Enthusiast
“Lively aromas of lemon zest, green apple and subtle oak spice open on the nose. The palate is crisp and focused, offering layers of citrus, pear and mineral flavors supported by bright acidity and a clean, refreshing finish.”
92 pts – James Suckling
“Fresh and precise, with aromas of sliced apples, citrus peel and white flowers. Medium-bodied with crisp acidity, subtle texture and a clean, mineral-driven finish. Drink now or hold.”
91 pts – Vinous
“The 2023 Chardonnay Walker Station is fresh, aromatic and nicely delineated. Citrus peel, pear, white flowers and light almond notes are nicely balanced. This mid-weight Chardonnay shows good energy and a clean, focused finish.”
2023 Walker Station Pinot Noir
94 pts – Owen Bargreen
“The 2023 Kanzler ‘Walker Station’ Pinot Noir offers a beautifully perfumed nose of red cherry, raspberry, rose petals and hints of orange peel. The palate is refined and elegant, with bright acidity, polished tannins and excellent balance. This is a graceful, expressive Pinot Noir that captures the cooler nature of the site beautifully.”
93 pts – Vinous
“The 2023 Pinot Noir Walker Station is elegant, aromatic and finely textured. Crushed red berries, floral notes, spice and hints of forest floor build nicely in the glass. Silky tannins and vibrant acidity give this wine a lovely sense of balance and persistence.”
93 pts – James Suckling
“Aromas of cherries, raspberries and rose petals with subtle herbal undertones. Medium-bodied with lively acidity, fine tannins and a fresh, lifted finish. Drink or hold.”
92 pts – Wine Enthusiast
“Fresh aromas of cherry, cranberry and dried flowers lead to a lively palate with bright red fruit flavors, fine tannins and refreshing acidity. Balanced and expressive, with good length.”
91 pts – Wine Spectator
“Bright and focused, offering cherry and raspberry flavors accented by floral and spice notes. Fresh acidity keeps this lively and approachable. Drink now through 2031.”