{"product_id":"calera-pinot-noir-mills-vineyard-2016","title":"Calera Pinot Noir Mills Vineyard 2016","description":"\u003cp\u003eCalera Pinot Noir Mills Vineyard 2016 is a striking example of high-altitude California Pinot Noir, shaped by the limestone-rich slopes of Mount Harlan. With its balance of intensity and finesse, it stands out as one of the estate’s most compelling bottlings and a nod to the site’s Burgundy-like pedigree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this Pinot Noir shows a vivid, polished appearance with the kind of clarity and depth that hints at its concentration. The aroma is layered and expressive, offering dark cherries, strawberries, clove, thyme, sage, and a touch of cocoa.\n\nOn the palate, it is both elegant and powerful, unfolding with blackcurrant, dark plum, and cloudberry alongside savory notes of mushroom, black pepper, and a subtle echo of grilled tomato. The structure suggests excellent aging potential, though it is already drinking beautifully now.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMills Vineyard was planted in 1984 on Mount Harlan, a site distinguished by its high limestone content and cool climate, both of which are ideal for refined, age-worthy Pinot Noir. The grapes are harvested with a focus on preserving freshness and site expression, and the wine is then vinified by Mike Waller before spending 17 months in French oak barrels, including 30% new oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with roast duck, mushroom risotto, grilled salmon, or herb-crusted lamb. Serve at around 16–18°C, and consider decanting for 30–60 minutes if opening it young to allow the aromatics to fully open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCalera was founded in California’s Central Coast with a clear ambition to make world-class Pinot Noir inspired by Burgundy, and Mills Vineyard has become one of its most celebrated sites. The winery has earned a strong reputation for producing wines of precision, minerality, and longevity, helping define Mount Harlan as one of California’s most distinctive Pinot Noir regions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Calera","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252005261649,"sku":"FW-2568","price":74.37,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/cl14mlpn-full-_small_b0612f23-ba3c-4f2e-b69d-740097523563.png?v=1783442751","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/calera-pinot-noir-mills-vineyard-2016","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}