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Calera

Central Coast Pinot Noir

The Duckhorn Wine Company’s Calera Pinot Noir from the Central Coast is a masterful expression of this delicate varietal. Offering a beautiful tapestry of bright cherry, red raspberry, and subtle cranberry aromas, it envelops your senses with its lively bouquet. The palate follows with a seamless integration of fruit and savory notes, exhibiting a vibrant acidity that keeps the flavors fresh and mouthwatering. Its medium body and well-integrated tannins create a harmonious structure that’s both elegant and inviting. This wine is a refined testament to the exceptional Pinot Noir grapes grown in the temperate climate of the Central Coast, showcasing the meticulous craftsmanship Duckhorn Wine Company is known for. Whether you’re a seasoned aficionado or a Pinot Noir novice, this bottle promises to elevate any meal or occasion.

Tasting notes:


Raspberry

Raspberry

Cherry

Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Roasted Duck, Roasted Mushrooms, Black Cherry Glazed Duck

Region:


Central Coast
Central Coast

California's Central Coast might be a bit quieter than Napa or Sonoma to the north, but this lesser-known region produces many world-class wines. Enjoying incredible terroir along its vast 280-mile stretch—from San Francisco Bay to Santa Barbara—Central Coast wines are increasingly in demand. Its position between the Pacific Coast Ranges and the Southern Coast Ranges is key to its quality, with many cool-climate AVAs offering elegant Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Merlot. In the hotter parts of the Central Coast, away from the coastal fogs and cold mountain slopes, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre are exceptional.

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