Courtesy Benton-Lane Winery Today the Willamette Valley became only the second American wine region to receive Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) Status in the European Union. It’s a major breakthrough in global brand awareness and a milestone for the Valley’s many hardworking winegrowers and winemakers. The PGI system protects iconic names of … [Read more...] about Willamette Valley receives milestone recognition
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Bid On Rare Pinot While Supporting Oregon’s Vineyard Community
Photo by John Valls Starting Tuesday, July 14 you can bid on rare Oregon Pinot noir and support no-cost COVID-19 health services for Oregon vineyard workers and their families. You don't even have to leave the house. For three days only the Summertime ¡Salud! E-Auction offers the 2019 ¡Salud! Cuvée from 35 wineries plus wine collections and wine country … [Read more...] about Bid On Rare Pinot While Supporting Oregon’s Vineyard Community
Oregon sets new record with six wines in Wine Spectator’s 2018 Top 100 list
Oenofiles know Oregon as consistently ranking among the top wine producing regions in the world. And now, coming on the heels of positive 2016 reviews in well-respected publications Wine Advocate and James Suckling, Wine Spectator has bestowed the Willamette Valley with six Oregon wines in its Top 100 issue for 2018. Although Oregon only produces 1.1% of wines … [Read more...] about Oregon sets new record with six wines in Wine Spectator’s 2018 Top 100 list
100 Oregon Wineries, 3 Collaborative Events
So it goes: so much wine, so little time. Fortunately there are collaborative tastings that offer many producers pouring many bottles under one roof. Collaborative tastings not only expose you to many new wines efficiently, but they're also a unique opportunity to explore the character of a specific region or style. Three collaborative tastings are … [Read more...] about 100 Oregon Wineries, 3 Collaborative Events
Chehalem Winery Announces $40,000 in Charitable Giving
The Oregon wine industry has a long history of giving back, community support and collaborative growth. Collectively, the industry donates more than $11 million annually to charitable causes, and as the industry grows, so does the support. A pioneer in the Ribbon Ridge AVA, Chehalem Winery was founded in the early 1980s to craft elegant Pinot noir and … [Read more...] about Chehalem Winery Announces $40,000 in Charitable Giving