Calera
Calera Pinot Noir
Red wine
3.8
Expert Rating
4.1
Most Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Calera Pinot Noir is a premium wine produced by Calera Wine Company, a renowned winery located in the Central Coast region of California. The wine is made from Pinot Noir grapes grown in the limestone-rich soils of the Mount Harlan appellation, which is known for its cool climate and unique terroir. The vineyard features steep slopes and diverse microclimates that contribute to the complexity and depth of the wine. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques such as hand sorting, native yeast fermentation, and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is elegant, balanced, and expressive, with notes of dark fruit, spice, and earthy undertones.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Calera Pinot Noir is a delightful expression of the variety, exhibiting aromas of dark cherry, cranberry and wild strawberry, with herbal notes of rosemary, thyme and sage.On the palate, the wine is juicy and vibrant, with a core of ripe red fruits and a touch of earthy spices. The tannins are fine and well-balanced, and the finish is long and lingering. A classic expression of Pinot Noir, this wine is sure to please.
EXPERT RATING
3.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2026
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Pinot Noir
ORIGINS
Winery: Calera
Region: Central Coast California
The Central Coast of California is a wine lover's paradise, boasting a wide variety of climates, soils, and grape varieties. Located between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Central Coast spans from Monterey County in the north to Santa Barbara County in the south. With its diverse topography and Mediterranean climate, the Central Coast is home to some of the most renowned wineries in the United States.
The Central Coast has a long and storied history of winemaking, dating back to the mid-1800s. The first vineyards were planted in the Santa Clara Valley, and by the late 1800s, the region was producing some of the finest wines in the country. The region's reputation for quality wines was further solidified in the early 1989, when the Santa Clara Valley was declared among the first American Viticultural Area (AVA) in the United States.CUSTOMER RATING
4.1
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