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Calera Wine Company

Calera is one of the most compelling Pinot Noir specialists of not only the New World, but of Planet Earth.
– Robert Parker

As it is clearly stated on their website, Calera is a vision. Its wines are truly an expression of the sense of place from which the fruit is sourced from. When Josh Jensen first started the winery in 1974 he envisioned channeling his love of Burgundy through California terroir. Located in Mt. Harlan in San Benito County, Calera is known for their limestone-rich soils, unlike anywhere else in California but reminiscent of Burgundy. Although their flagship wines are single-vineyard Pinot Noirs, they also produce well-received Chardonnay, Viognier, and Aligoté. Wine critics and everyday consumers alike have always offered positive feedback to this historical California Pinot Noir producer.

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2012
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750ml
WA95
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Tasting Notes

WA95
I loved the 2012 Pinot Noir de Villiers. It's a beautifully complete, balanced and satisfying Pinot Noir that does everything right. Giving up tons of sweet black raspberry and strawberry fruits, spice-box, dried flowers and potpourri characteristics, it's medium to full-bodied, layered and seamless, with a ripe, supple texture that keeps you coming back to the glass. While there's more than enough fruit to keep this enjoyable now, there's some solid tannin and depth in there as well, so it will age.
WS91
Aromas of ripe dark berry, limestone, underbrush and gravel make for a compelling drink that’s not shy about tannins, providing grip midpalate and holding on tenaciously. Best from 2016 through 2024.

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