2009 Shea Wine Cellars "Homer" Willamette Valley Pinot Noir
94pts (WA) There are no such
issues regarding the 2009 Pinot Noir Homer, a selection of the best
barrels in the cellar. Dense, layered, and plush on the palate, it
retains a sense of elegance along with plenty of richness as it
sits in the glass. Unlike the 2008 Shea offerings which continue to
demand cellaring, these are forward, friendly wines to drink while
waiting for the 2008s to strut their
stuff.
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 Robert parker's
Wine Advocate No 197 October 2011
92pts(WS) Ripe and fleshy, brimming with cocoa-tinged
blackberry, cherry and spice flavors, coming together seamlessly on
the long, expressive finish. Drink now through 2019. 343 cases
made. –
Harvey Steiman Wine Spectator December,
2011
2008 Vintage rated 96 pts Parker
As always we have selected the best barrels in the cellar to create
Homer. This Homer is a blend of 56% Wadenswil and 44% Dijon 777.
Dark, opulent and ripe, this wine offers aromas of spice that hint
at the velvety blackberry, plum and black cherry flavors that
explode on the pallet. It all ends in a long, long finish.
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