Calera, Pinot Noir Mills other_regions_australia (from Chambolle fruit)

(from Chambolle fruit)

This is much more mineral-driven than any of the prior wines with its beautifully detailed medium weight flavors that also possess focused power on the saline

fruitcake and sandalwood over a core of preserved plums

The Cabernet Sauvignon savory notes are quite prominent

Calera, Pinot Noir Mills other_regions_australia (from Chambolle fruit)The 2012 Pinot Noir Mills Vineyard comes from 26 year old own rooted vines and was harvest September 20 to October 17. Aged 18 months in 30% new French oak, its semi opaque ruby color is followed by sensational notes of ripe currants and darker fruits, scorched earth, smoked meats, licorice and chalky minerality. Big, rich, full bodied and layered, with a huge core of fruit that never seems over the top or heavy, this elegant, profound Pinot Noir can