2011 Calera Pinot Noir Selleck Vineyard
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The 2011 Pinot Noir Selleck is a brilliant 2011 that does everything right. Framboise, rose petal, sappy underbrush and spice all give way to an energetic, taut and vibrant-styled Pinot that has perfect balance and fine tannin structure. Fermented with 100% whole cluster and aged 18 months in 30% new French oak, it’s a rocking effort to enjoy over the coming 5-7 years. These latest releases from Calera are rock-solid across the board, and looking at the 2011 Pinot Noirs specifically, they show the best of the cooler vintage and are gorgeous wines. Starting with the two Chardonnays, these are both outstanding whites that represent serious value. Moving to the 2011s, these are beautiful wines across the board and show perfumed, fresh and lively profiles. Tel. (831) 637-9170; www.calerawine.com
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate
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The 2011 Pinot Noir Selleck Vineyard is the most reticent and least fully formed of Calera's 2011 Pinots. Deep and intense in the glass, the Selleck boasts superb richness and tons of potential. Dark red stone fruits, cinnamon, crushed flowers and mint all flesh out on the silky, radiant finish. Readers need to be patient, but the Selleck has all of the requisites to develop into a hugely rewarding wine. The only thing it needs is time.
About the producer

Discover the wines from Josh Jensen’s pioneering estate in the Mount Harlan AVA, crafting elegant Pinot Noir from limestone soils in California