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2010 Calera Pinot Noir Ryan Vineyard

Estate: Calera Wine Company
Region: Mount Harlan, Central Coast, California, United States of America
Vineyard: Ryan Vineyard


Tasting Note:January 20, 2018

Light mix of garnet and ruby red. Light and elegant nose with lavender, floral, cinnamon and cherries. Some dirtiness and greenery too. Medium acidity (6.5/10) and medium bodied. A bit funky in the palate with some smoky notes. More notes of boiled cherries, minerality, raspberries, spices and anise. Medium plus finish.


Made from 9 to 12 year old vines from the Ryan Vineyard up on Mount Harlan at an elevation of 2,200 feet. Made of 100% Pinot Noir and aged for 18 months in 30% new French oak barrels. Only 1,681 cases produced.

Drink Dates:

2018 till 2021.

Rating:

88 points.

Price Point:

$$ - Retails for $48.00.