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Calera

Calera Pinot Noir

United States, Central Coast California

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

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

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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