Pinot Noir Clones: Pommard, Wädenswil and 4 Dijon Clones: 777, 114, 115 and 828
Harvest Dates: September 24 and October 11, 2009
Quantity Produced: 3,555 cases of 750 ml
Date Bottled: August 25 - 26, 2010
Fermentation Notes: 10% wood tank fermented
Alcohol: 14.8%
Elevage (Aging): 47% New French oak
Vineyard Source: Shea Vineyard
Tasting Notes:
The fruit to make this wine was harvested from throughout Shea Vineyard. The wine has a deep ruby-red
color. Beautiful floral notes define the wine's wonderful bouquet. On the palate are flavors of cherry and dark
red berry complimented by sweet spices and a rich texture with fine grain tannin
Ratings & Reviews94 Points - Wine Spectator Magazine:
"Supple, rich and complex, layering its dark berry, black cherry, pink grapefruit and exotic spice flavors on a velvety frame, the finish lingering effortlessly. Drink now through 2019. From Oregon." –HS (Nov, 2011)
91 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:
"The 2009 Pinot Noir Estate contains some of each of the vineyard blocks in the blend. Given the size of the vineyard and the multiple exposures, there is plenty to choose from in composing the final blend. It is a relatively forward offering with notes of cedar, rose petal, spice box, black cherry, and black raspberry informing the nose of a smooth-textured, savory, elegant wine meant to be enjoyed over the next 6-7 years.
Dick Shea has more than 20 clients for the fruit he grows at his large Yamhill-Carlton estate, most of whom vineyard designate the resulting wine. More often than not, it is the best wine in their respective portfolios and the one that sells out the most quickly. Currently Shea retains 25% of the fruit to go under the winery label. The wines are made by the talented Drew Voit with the vineyards managed by Javier Marin." -
Jay Miller (Oct 2011)
