Winery Story
Occidental Winery
On a windswept ridge above the Pacific, the Kistlers craft a quiet revolution—one Pinot, one chapter at a time.
Chapter Two
The first chapter of Steve Kistler’s wine story began in 1978 when he started Kistler Vineyards—today, one of the world’s greatest names in Chardonnay. Then he went on to found another entirely separate, world-renowned vineyard and winery, Occidental, focused on crafting world-class Pinot Noir from West Sonoma Coast. Forty-five years on, the story continues, and...
Winery Information
Region: USA, California, Sonoma County, West Sonoma Coast
Address: 14715 Bodega Hwy, Bodega, CA 94922
Open for Tastings: No
Major Grapes: Pinot Noir
Vineyard Size: 78 acres
Own Winery: Yes
DTC Mailing List: Yes
Vineyard Sustainability: NA
Year Established: 2011
Owner: Steve Kistler
Winemaker: Steve and Catherine Kistler (father and daughter)
Website: https://www.occidentalwines.com
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Published: April 2025