Calera, Pinot Noir Jensen Brut Zero slate and liquorice

slate and liquorice

A tiny amount of Cabernet Franc (around 3%) contributes to the heady aromatics

One-third is aged in older barrels

which is better known as Pinot Gouges

This creates a display of contrasts

Calera, Pinot Noir Jensen Brut Zero slate and liquoriceA racy, voluptuous wine, the 2012 Pinot Noir Jensen Vineyard shows the radiance of the vintage. Sweet red cherries, kirsch, mint, wild flowers and plums flesh out in an open knit, intense wine built on texture. The 2012 remains quite primary. It can be enjoyed today, but will be even better in another few years, once the aromatics develop more fully and some of the baby fat drops off. Antonio Galloni