The history of Oregon wine-making dates back to the mid 1800s. Horticulturalist Henderson Luelling is credited with planting the first grapes in 1847 in Willamette Valley. His son-in-law, William Meek, won a medal in the 1859 California State Fair for wines made from the Isabella grape (an American hybrid). By the 1880s, vineyards began to take shape throughout the Willamette and Umpqua valleys, with Vitis vinifera stocks imported from Europe for the first time.
You could argue that Oregon Pinot Noir is not the ideal wine for Peking duck (though you might be mistaken), but that's neither here nor there. In this, our second installment on the People's Voice Awards Wine Writer Seminar Series, we hear from some o...
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Oregon on SnoothMay 2013
You'd probably have a better chance of finding a specific wine on-line than ... CA or the Burgundian styled Oregon Pinot's like A to Z, Anne Amie, Soter, Coleman, Patton, Ken Wright, Elk Cove.The Auslese's grea Read More
May 2013
As many of my regular readers know, I am a huge fan of Oregon Chardonnay and a firm believer that it should be considered one of our signature grapes - right alongside Pinot Noir. Aromas of pears, honeysuckle, Meyer lemons and a hint of wet stone enter onto the palate with a super-pleasing citrus-zest. Green apple, clove and a tiny hint of van... Read More
May 2013
This had to be one of the most beautifully hued Rosés I have ever seen. Complex floral, strawberry and Bing cherry aromas and flavors were highlighted by alluring spices that flowed in silky waves from the front of the palate to the back. Mid palate bright acidity rounded out the fruit, making it smooth, refreshing, extremely well balanced and... Read More
May 2013
Aroma of red licorice and ripe strawberries. The wine shows bright acidity and ripe tannins. The mouthfeel of sweet red and black currents, cherries, and blackberries is first felt. The long finish brings in ripe tannins and light spice notes. Read More
May 2013
If you get to the Lafayette areas--do not miss Stoller Read More
May 2013
Traditionally speaking all of the above entries will be fine. Without ... Rita Hills CA, Williamette Oregon or Burgundian pinot noir (fruit driven with structure)Tally vineyards, Brewer Clifton/Melville, Archery Summit, AtoZ, Mercurey or Bourgogne RougeBlanc de Noir Champagne or a nice Cremant from a good producer (avoid the big brands due t... Read More
May 2013
Clare, Foxall is one of our more prodigious and informed contributors here on the Forum. He is, in fact, a gentleman, and I'm sure he took no offense. I'm also pretty sure he's been called worse things. ;-) Read More
May 2013
please accept my apologies foxall - I'd had a glass of wine when I wrote that last night... : ) Read More
May 2013
one more thing on a geeky note - pretty fun interview just came out.... on grape radio with rusty gaffney (pinot file)fast forward to 32:25 seconds if you just want to hear the interview ... : )http://www.graperadio.com/archives/2013/05/15/2012-pinot-days-producer-interviews-part-3/?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=Feed%... Read More
Nov 30
I have been reading in Wine Speculator about all the vineyards around Portland. Our son lives there, however when we go to visit, we never get to see any. Next time we will.
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Jul 1
I will be in Oregon for a family reunion at the end of July, which wineries are too good to miss. We will be planning a tasting day for 8 people. Susy
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Oct 19, 2011
Sloppy spelling. It is Hood River, McMinnville, and Willamette. Those are just three mis-spelled places with regard to Oregon. How many other sloppy spellings are there on the site?
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Apr 7, 2011
I drank a wonderful Reisling from Oregon, the name was Next. The restaurant is no longer in business and I do not know the vineyard that produced it. Any help out there?
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Apr 6, 2011
I enjoyed one of the most wonderful Cameron Wines. It was a 2008 Abbey Ridge. Such a beautiful glass of sunshine
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Aug 12, 2010
Left Coast Cellars produces true, authethentic Pinot Noir with power & delicate style.Try the Cali's Cuvee" 2005. I'd also like to reccomend the Left Coast Cellars Chardonnay complemented with just the right amount of subtle oak.It's balance and complexity rivaled some solidfrench (domaines as well as village wines)burgundies I tasted just days ...
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Feb 7, 2010
Big fan of Willamette Valley Vineyards. The terroir and techniques produce amazing Pinot Noir!
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