| Rating | 94 |
| Style | Red |
| Variety | Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Appellation |
Willamette Valley Oregon USA |
| ABV | 13% |
| Price | $72.00 |
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| Reviewed By | |
| Review Updated | 2025-06-09 |
Perfect For
Holiday Meals, Treat Yo'self, Wine And Cheese Night
Drink If You Like
Corvina, Gamay , Pinot Noir
St. Innocent Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir 2021 Review
St. Innocent’s Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir is one of the great American Pinots. We absolutely loved the 2018 vintage, which we featured as one of The 50 Best Wines of 2023, and the 2021 bottling reminded us of why we gravitate toward this wine. The Willamette Valley’s Shea Vineyard consistently delivers complex, expressive wines. This vintage pops with cherries, strawberries, and rhubarb on the nose, complemented by hints of cinnamon and leather. The palate is refreshing, grippy, and deep with vibrant acidity that holds everything in place.
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