The Duckhorn, Calera Mt. Harlan Ryan Pinot Noir, 6x75cl

🍷 Calera by Duckhorn – Mt. Harlan Ryan Vineyard Pinot Noir
USA | California | Mt. Harlan AVA | 100% Pinot Noir
Style: Still Red Wine | Winemaking: From 20-year-old vines grown at high elevation on limestone-rich soils, hand-harvested and fermented in small lots, then aged in French oak barrels to enhance structure, complexity, and longevity
Farming: From the cool, wind-swept slopes of Mt. Harlan, where extreme altitude and calcareous soils yield Pinot Noir with intensity, minerality, and exceptional age-worthiness

🌄 A high-altitude California Pinot—aromatic, structured, and beautifully composed.

👁 In the Glass:
Medium ruby with a brilliant clarity—refined and expressive.

👃 On the Nose:
Elegant and complex. Aromas of red cherry, dried sage, and cracked pepper mingle with subtle floral notes and a whisper of earth and oak spice.

👅 On the Palate:
Layered and firm. Black cherry, wild strawberry, and blackberry unfold alongside savoury hints of sage and spice. The tannins are grippy yet polished, while vibrant acidity brings lift and energy to the long, textured finish.

🍽 Food Pairing:
Perfect with duck breast, roast pork, grilled salmon, or herb-roasted mushrooms. A Pinot built for elegant, earthy pairings.

⏳ Ageing Potential:
Beautiful now with decanting, and built to evolve gracefully over 10–15 years, gaining depth and complexity.

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
The Ryan Vineyard Pinot Noir from Calera is a profound mountain-grown wine—precise, powerful, and balanced. A masterful expression of California terroir with Burgundian finesse and unmistakable character.