Reviews & Ratings

2021 Calera Pinot Noir "Jensen"

Winery: Calera

Vintage: 2021

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Jensen"

Wine Category: Pinot Noir

Grape blend: 100% Pinot Noir

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Mt. Harlan

State or country: CA

Price: $125

Cases produced: 650

KWG Score: 95 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Excellent (96)

Review date: April 4, 2024

Wine Review: This medium ruby colored Pinot Noir from Calera opens with a funky mushroom, raspberry, and earth bouquet with hints of strawberry, cinnamon, and pencil shavings. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with integrated medium acidity. The mouthfeel is well-balanced, smooth, polished, elegant, and fresh. The flavor profile is red plum and red cherry blend with notes of cola, and chalky minerality. We also found some hints of mushroom, cedar, and dried strawberry towards the end. The finish is dry and its refined tannins drift away nicely. The Tasting Panel would just sip this Pinot. With food, we would pair this Pinot with beef carpaccio. Enjoy – KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: Embodying the depth, character and complexity of Jensen Vineyard’s coveted old vines this stunning wine reveals luxurious aromas of marionberry, black raspberry and white pepper. On the palate, soft, velvety tannins frame flavors of blackberry jam and hints of stone fruit and spice as they build to a rich, mouth-filling finish.

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