Steve Kistler planted the Occidental Vineyard (in partnership with the Dutton family) in 1990 using heritage selection massale Pinot Noir material. For many years, this site supplied grapes for his coveted Cuvee Catherine. On either side of the vineyard lies Theriot Vineyard (Littorai), and across the street is Summa (Rivers-Marie and William Seylem) and down the road is Que Syrah (Arnot Roberts). Ceritas signed a long-term lease of this vineyard in 2016. The site is ideally situated. South Facing. Heritage selection massale clonal material. Blue schist soils with moderate clay content. Well-drained due to underlying bedrock. Dry farmed.