WIllAMETTE VALLEY
For over 25 years, our commitment to exploration and passion for crafting soulful and thought-provoking wines has taken us through the Russian River Valley, Sonoma Coast, Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Lucia Highlands, and Anderson Valley in California to the hallowed vineyards of Burgundy, France, and now north to Oregon’s majestic Willamette Valley.
About The APPELLATION
Willamette Valley
Thousands of years ago, an ice dam burst from Glacial Lake Missoula, causing catastrophic flooding across Washington, down the Columbia River, and into Oregon, carrying treasures of glaciofluvial deposits. As a result, the enchanting soils of the Willamette Valley range from some of the deepest alluvial deposits to eroded basalts to uplifted sea beds—a Pinot Noir paradise.
FACTS OF NOTE
YEAR AVA ESTABLISHED: 1983
TOTAL VINEYARD ACRES: 24,450
KEY VARIETALS: Chardonnay & Pinot Noir
CLIMATE: Relatively mild throughout the year, with cool, wet winters and warm, dry summers
The Vineyards
Shea Vineyard
Established in the late 1980s by the grape-growing visionary Dick Shea, Shea Vineyard was among the first in Yamhill County, embodying the quintessential character of Willamette Valley’s premier terroir. This 149-acre vineyard remains a standout in our collection, celebrated for its earth-driven nuance and captivating qualities.
FACTS OF NOTE
VINEYARD ESTABLISHED: 1989
TOTAL VINEYARD ACRES: 145
KEY VARIETALS: Pinot Noir & Chardonnay
FIRST VINTAGE: 2021
Eola Springs Vineyard
Eola Springs Vineyard, a storied site with a rich history dating back to 1972, embodies the essence of Pinot Noir from the renowned Van Duzer Corridor. Planted in well-draining soils and dry-farmed, this west-facing vineyard benefits from cooling coastal winds that impart a unique character to its fruit. The result is a wine that exudes both power and restraint, reflecting Oregon’s remarkable terroir.
FACTS OF NOTE
YEAR VINEYARD: 1972
TOTAL VINEYARD ACRES: 104
KEY VARIETALS: Pinot Noir & Chardonnay
FIRST VINTAGE: 2022
