Calera certainly produces more profound Pinot than its Central Coast offering, yet there is something downright delightful about the stepchild of the impressive Calera Pinot lineup. The price is certainly a factor. Ordinary folk can afford it. But there is something beyond price about this light-bodied Calera: It’s a peek at the Calera style, which emphasizes restraint. This vintage exhibits an earthy, leafy character with bright cherry and strawberry notes that give the wine length in the mouth and a lovely finish. And it shows a bit of grip, suggesting it would be better with food and perhaps improve in the bottle over the next couple of years. It’s simply wonderful Pinot for the budget-minded wine lover.
