PRE-ARRIVAL ETA MID OCTOBER 2026

The Vineyard: Shea Vineyard drapes over 290 acres of rolling hills in the Willamette Valley’s Yamhill-Carlton AVA, stretching from 450 to 630 feet elevation. 155 acres of vines are planted in sedimentary soils atop fractured sandstone derived from an ancient seabed. Dick Shea first planted the Back Block in 1989 and then replanted it in the mid-90s to eliminate the problem of phylloxera, a microscopic insect that feeds on grapevine roots. Since then, it’s been a simple story of amazing wines. Visitors to the Willamette Valley quickly recognize the respect commanded by wines made from Shea Vineyard grapes. This fruit is some of the most coveted in the state, as it consistently inspires critically acclaimed bottlings. Varietal: Pinot Noir Soil Type: Willakenzie (Marine Sediment) Planted: 1989

Winemaking: Purple Hands is a low intervention, purity-driven winery. Ferments are a mixture of techniques: native yeasts, and some commercial strains as needed. 25% whole cluster for 2023. Skin macerations are vintage-dependent styles. Wines are bottled unfined and unfiltered to retain the honesty of the vineyard and the vintage.

Appellation: Yamhill-Carlton
Grape Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
Clones: Dijon 777
Soil: Willakenzie (Marine Sediment)
Elevation: 630 feet Aspect: South
Year Planted: 1989 & replanted in mid-90s
Farming Practices: Dry farmed, Live certified
Aging: 10 months in French Oak, 25% New
Ageability: Up to 10+ years
Alcohol: 13.5%
pH: 3.7
Production: 333 cases
Ingredients: grapes, yeast, minimum