Product Overview
The 2021 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir from 00 Wines is a compelling and refined expression of Oregon Pinot Noir, capturing both the intensity and nuance that this iconic vineyard site can deliver. It balances the bold, structured character typical of Shea Vineyard fruit with the precise, elegant winemaking style that 00 Wines is known for.
Right out of the glass, the wine offers vibrant aromatics—think crushed raspberry, wild strawberry, rose petals, and a touch of whole-cluster herbal complexity (hints of stem, tea leaf, and forest floor). There’s a depth to the fruit, but it’s never overripe. Instead, it remains bright and focused, lifted by a minerality and finely integrated acidity that give the wine freshness and longevity.
On the palate, it’s silky yet powerful, showing layered red and black fruits, a hint of baking spice from restrained oak (25% new French), and a texture that combines both polish and grip.
This is a wine that speaks to both site and intention—a Pinot Noir with clarity, purity, and age-worthiness. While it drinks beautifully now with decanting, it will undoubtedly evolve and deepen over the next 5–10 years.
Varietal Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
Appellation: Yamhill-Carlton AVA
Aging: French oak, 25% new
94 Points - Wine Advocate
"Grapes for the 2021 Pinot Noir Shea were harvested on September 9, underwent carbonic maceration in amphorae and matured in 50% new Damy oak. It opens slowly on the nose to reveal red plums, strawberry, licorice, saline and floral perfume. The light-bodied palate is electric! Its pure, fragrant flavors pleasurably flood the mouth, though its velvety tannins and taut acidity give it a weightless feel, and it has a notably long, detailed finish. Only 77 cases were made." -EB, 7/25/2024
