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		2021 Calera Mt. Harlan Pinot Noir Reed Vineyard
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			95 Points - Wine Spectator
Calera’s Mt. Harlan Vineyards are located in the Gavilan Mountains 25 miles east of the Monterey Bay. The site was chosen for its limestone soils and ideal climate. At an average elevation of 2,200 feet it is among the highest and coolest vineyard sites in California.
Wine Spectator
				95
			Wine Enthusiast
				92
			Wine Review Online
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			Wine & Spirits
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			Wine Advocate
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			Wine Profile
Production Notes
			Varietal Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
		Winemaker Notes
			Planted in 1975 and featuring a northern exposure, Reed is always the last vineyard harvested on Mt. Harlan each year, yielding a wine with lovely energy and enticing aromas of cracked black pepper, ripe cherry and red raspberry. On the palate, soft, supple tannins add depth and nuance to flavors of strawberry, cherry cola and clove as they glide to a long, elegant finish.
		Production
			The 2021 growing season began with very little winter rainfall on Mt. Harlan followed by moderate spring temperatures that led to a typically timed budbreak. While the temperate weather led to a uniform bloom and set, overall yields on Mt. Harlan were down significantly. Throughout the remainder of spring and summer the weather continued to be mild, resulting in a somewhat later-than-normal veraison, with harvest commencing just six weeks later. Reflecting the combination of low yields and excellent weather, our 2021 wines display beautiful depth and concentration, with refreshing acidity and full fruit expression.
		Wine Specs
Wine Specs
			
			
			Vintage
				2021
			Varietal
				Pinot Noir
			Appellation
				Mt. Harlan
			Vineyard Designation
			Reed Vineyard
		Acid
			0.55 g/100 ml
		pH
			3.65
		Aging
			Aged 18 months in 100% French oak 30% new, 70% neutral
		Fermentation
			100% whole cluster with indigenous yeast
		Alcohol %
			14.5
		Wine Spectator
				95
			Wine Enthusiast
				92
			Wine Review Online
				97
			Wine & Spirits
				93
			Wine Advocate
				94
			 
	