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Josh Jensen founded Calera Wine Company in California in 1975, becoming a pioneer of domestic Pinot Noir by planting high-altitude vineyards on limestone soils.
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What did Josh Jensen pioneer in California winemaking?
Josh Jensen was a trailblazer in the California wine industry for proving that world-class Pinot Noir could be grown on limestone soils. He founded Calera Wine Company in 1975 to pursue this vision.
Where did Josh Jensen plant his famous Pinot Noir vineyards?
Jensen planted his vineyards high up in the Gavilan Mountains, located on Mount Harlan in San Benito County. This isolated, high-altitude location provided the limestone-rich soil and cool climate necessary for Pinot Noir.
What inspired Josh Jensen to focus on limestone soils?
Jensen spent two years in France working the harvest in Burgundy, where he learned that limestone soils were crucial to the region's legendary Pinot Noir. He then spent years searching California for similar geology before finding Mount Harlan.
What does the name "Calera" mean?
Jensen named his winery "Calera," which is the Spanish word for a limestone kiln. This name was chosen to honor the history of the land and emphasize the importance of the limestone deposits that define his vineyards.
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