The medium ruby-colored 2009 Antica Terra proffers an alluring bouquet of smoke, rose petal, cherry, raspberry, and incense. Velvety-textured, ripe, and elegant on the palate, it reveals a laser focus and considerably more grip and concentration than is typical for this vintage. This lengthy effort can be approached now but will evolve for 1-2 years and provide enjoyment through 2019. - J.M.Wine Advocate-Robert ParkerIn just a few years, Maggie Harrison has managed to place Antica Terra on my short list of Willamette Valley’s finest producers. The estate owns 11 acres of vineyard in the Eola-Amity Hills AVA and leases an 8 acre parcel from Shea Vineyards in Yamhill-Carlton.Maggie Harrison is a protégé of Manfred Krankle of Sine Qua Non. After two vintages with Magie at the helm, Antica Terra has become one of the most talked-about wineries in Oregon. A recent tally of favorable mentions of Oregon wineries on ERobertParker.com’s wine forums showed Antica Terra ranked among the top five producers, along with the likes of Ken Wright and Beaux Freres.
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