Calera, Ryan Pinot Noir other_regions_italy A hint of toasted oak

A hint of toasted oak

Otherwise there is impressive volume and power to the broad-shouldered flavors that possess a velvety mid-palate that contrasts considerably with the robust and borderline rustic finale that is supported by very firm tannins

The cherry and plum flavors are buried in a dense matrix of tannins

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Moderate reduction renders the nose unreadable today

Calera, Ryan Pinot Noir other_regions_italy A hint of toasted oakFrom one of the cooler terroirs on the estate, the 2012 Pinot Noir Ryan Vineyard offers full bodied richness and depth to go with ample sweet black cherries, cassis, sassafras, crushed flowers and toasted spice. A decidedly hedonistic, full throttled example of this cuvee, this superb Pinot Noir firms up nicely on the finish and has a full, layered mid palate. Drink it now, or cellar it for a decade.