Calera, Pinot Noir Mills other_regions_italy (from two very large parcels

(from two very large parcels of vines totaling over 3 ha)

with Claude Pouizin running the estate through 1996

clearly from a hot year but not cooked

The drinking window may be conservative—closure and winemaking could put this at 40 years with ease

Calera, Pinot Noir Mills other_regions_italy (from two very large parcelsThe 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