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Calera Central Coast Pinot Noir 1998

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Calera Central Coast Pinot Noir (1998)

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Winery:
Calera Wine Company
Varietal:
Pinot Noir
Region:
USA > California > Central Coast
Type:
Red Wine
Drink Dates:
Drink Now - 2011
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California has long struggled with Pinot Noir. Finding the right vineyards for this most fickle of grape, one that enjoys a cool growing season yet needs warmth close to harvest to fully ripen, has proven a challenge in such a sunny state. Cooler areas eventually became identified; the Santa Rita Hills, Russian River Valley and Mendocino's Anderson valley are all prime spots for Pinot Noir in California. Unlike the lighter colored and sometimes delicate Pinots of Burgundy, California produces many rich, deep Pinots full of slightly chewy dark berry and cherry fruits with hints of cola, Asian spices and forest floor frequently adding complexity.

Winemakers Notes

Josh is one of the most famous winemakers in ... Japan. His claim to fame is a Japanese cartoon about a Somellier who LOVES Calera Pinot NOir. THis release from our cellar is perfectly aged, smooth earthy, balanced. Just right!

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The grapes for this blend consist of 40% from Santa Clara, 30% Monterey and 30% San Luis Obispo. 70% were whole cluster fermented with native yeast. The lots were aged separately in 10% new French oak barrels for 10 months.


 

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