2016 Calera Pinot Noir Mills Vineyard underbrush and crushed herbs mingle

underbrush and crushed herbs mingle with smoky minerals and milk chocolate in this super duper Baby Brunello

The good news is that the wine will definitely flesh out before its commercial release next spring

finishing long and spicy

but also surprisingly approachable for a Serralunga wine

No matter the vintage

2016 Calera Pinot Noir Mills Vineyard underbrush and crushed herbs mingleIn 2016, Mills Vineyard yielded a robust and expressive Pinot Noir that marries lovely dark berry layers of black currant and raspberry, with sophisticated notes of black tea, mushrooms and moist earth. On the palate, smooth, flowing tannins accentuate the rich fruit, while adding to a lush, concentrated finish.