Calera Central Coast Pinot Noir 2022
- we93
- d91
- jd90
- ws88
Category | Red Wine |
Varietal | |
Brand | Calera |
Origin | California, Central Coast |
Alcohol/vol | 14.5% |
Winery Notes:
This beautifully vibrant Pinot Noir draws you in with alluring aromas of ripe blackberry, cedar and nutmeg. On the supple and energetic palate, flavors of black cherry, cola and vanilla glide across silky tannins to a long, focused finish.
Wine Enthusiast
- we93
This priced-to-sell appellation blend gives hints of what the single-vineyard expressions can do in a more accessible manner. Aromas of pomegranate, green peppercorn and oregano decorate the nose. The palate shows baked plum and strawberry flavors as well as Calera's telltale showing of terpene-laden herbs like bay leaf and marjoram.
Decanter
- d91
Bright wild strawberry aromatics with wildflowers and mint open this entry-level Calera with a fantastic French countryside fruit character. The palate is bright, with dollops of red fruits but a hint of phenolic character followed by wild garrigue notes.
Jeb Dunnuck
- jd90
Brought up in 10% new barrels and a larger production release for this estate, the 2022 Pinot Noir Central Coast is ruby-hued and offers a solid nose of ripe framboise, sassafras, and minty, floral-like nuances. It's medium-bodied, round, supple, and undeniably delicious. Drink bottles through 2027. It's a heck of a value.
Wine Spectator
- ws88
Friendly mulled cherry and raspberry fruit is backed by light bramble and sassafras hints through the brisk, stem-tinged finish. Drink now through 2026. 25,000 cases made.