2018 Calera Mt. Harlan Pinot Noir Reed Vineyard
750ml$120
94 - 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.
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Wine Details
- Vintage
- 2018
- Varietal
- Pinot Noir
- Appellation
- Mt. Harlan
- Acid
- 0.65 g/100 ml
- pH
- 3.65
- Aging
- Aged 18 months in barrel, 30% new French oak
- Fermentation
- Varietal Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
- Alcohol %
- 14.3
Vintage 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 fascinating aromatic complexity. On the nose, vibrant aromas of red cherry and raspberry rise from the glass, followed by spicy hints of white pepper and sage. The alluring red fruit is echoed on the palate, where it is framed by soft, silky tannins that carry the wine to a long, lush finish.