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2023 Calera Pinot Noir "Reed Vineyard"

Calera 2023 Reed Pinot Noir

Winery: Calera

Vintage: 2023

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Reed Vineyard"

Wine Category: Pinot Noir

Grape blend: 100% Pinot Noir

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Mt. Harlan

State or country: CA

Price: $100

Cases produced: 550

KWG Score: 94 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Excellent (94)

Review date: April 1, 2026

Wine Review: This clear and medium red colored Pinot Noir from Calera opens with a mild wintergreen and strawberry bouquet with hints of gentle dried herbs, mulberry, and cigar box. On the palate, this wine is medium plus bodied with medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is well-balanced, refined, polished, and elegant. The flavor profile is a graphite and dried strawberry blend with notes of black raspberry jam and chalky minerality. We also detected hints of oolong tea and oak. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity and very fine dusty tannins fade away nicely. We would pair this Pinot with herb crusted rack of lamb or on its own. Enjoy - KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: Not Available

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