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2018 Purple Hands Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir

Removed from a subterranean wine cellar; Obtained by inheritance; Consignor is second owner

Ends Sunday, 7pm Pacific

RATINGS

92Wine Spectator

...aromas of blueberry, sandalwood and savory tea open to rich, supple flavors, turning brooding as this finishes with medium-grain tannins.

91Wine Enthusiast

...pretty floral top note...sliced orange and strawberry shortcake...hint of compost emerges, along with tea-flavored tannins.

REGION

United States, Oregon, Willamette Valley, Yamhill-Carlton

Yamhill-Carlton AVA is located in Yamhill and Washington Counties, and it is entirely contained within the Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon’s most prestigious wine producing region. It has 1,200 vineyard acres and was awarded AVA status in 2004. The region grows Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Dolcetto, Muscat, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris. Ken Wright Cellars, Elk Cove Vineyards and WillaKenzie Estate are among the district’s best-known producers. All focus on Pinot Noir.

TYPE

Red Wine, Pinot Noir

This red wine is relatively light and can pair with a wide variety of foods. The grape prefers cooler climates and the wine is most often associated with Burgundy, Champagne and the U.S. west coast. Regional differences make it nearly as fickle as it is flexible.

VINTAGE

2018 Purple Hands Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir