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Calera Mills 2006

Posted in August 4th, 2009
by Ray in California, Mt. Harlan, Pinot Noir, San Benito County

Calera, Mt. Harlan, Mills Vineyard, Pinot Noir 2006 The nose shows cola, freshly dug moist, dark soil and candied berries. The mouth is alive with acidity and raspberries, very concentrated with a long creaminess – this wine just goes on and on – very nice.  P&B in Hollister 13.5% $37.49 at Bottle Barn Calera

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Calera Selleck Pinot 2005

Posted in January 22nd, 2009
by Ray in California, Mt. Harlan, Pinot Noir, San Benito County

Calera, Mt. Harlan, Selleck Vineyard, Pinot Noir 2005 Cherries and a kiss of oak mark the nose while the mouth is an elegant expression of cherries and suppleness without being flabby. P&B in Hollister 15% $62.49 at Bottle Barn Calera

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Heading south of San Francisco for Pinot Noir

Posted in April 10th, 2008
by Ray in California, Mt. Harlan, Pinot Noir, Santa Cruz Mountains

Hallcrest Vineyards Santa Cruz Mountains Belle Farms Pinot Noir 2005 Earth and brambles to smell with tart cherries and a silky texture. The brett is in check but will be too much for some. Winemaker and proprietor John Schumacher. 13.9% winery sample Hallcrest
Calera Mt. Harlan Mills Vineyard Pinot Noir 2005 (30th Anniv. Vintage)
Brimming with red [...]

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