Hood River, Ore., is well-known as a gateway to adventure, whether visitors are hoping to hike or bike on the nearby trails, or windsurf on the Columbia River. It’s also an agricultural hub, growing thousands of pounds of apples, pears and other produce. But to...
After 23 Years, Newberg Winery Known for Panoramic Views and Grape Varietals to Celebrate New Name NEWBERG, Ore. (May 4, 2022) – Vidon Vineyard has announced a new name for its established winery, Compris Vineyard. The winery will celebrate with special tasting...
At RAM cellars, the owner-winemaker Vivianne Kennedy is wonderfully designated as the “Maven of Mirth + Darling of Delight.” Kennedy, with all her fiery passion and zest for life, is all of that and so much more. While still working as an assistant winemaker in...
Springtime means it’s high time for rosé, and we’re filling up our glass with a wide variety of options. A hidden gem in the Willamette Valley for excellent rosés? The Yamhill-Carlton AVA. From larger, well-known wineries to small production and special projects,...
Remy Drabkin of Remy Wines has been stirring up a wine revolution in Oregon’s Willamette Valley for the last 15 years. In those years, Remy has carved a niche for herself by bottling gorgeous Italian-style wines that have an unmistakable Pacific Northwest...
Laurent Montalieu was born in Germany and moved to the postcard-perfect Caribbean Island of Guadeloupe when he was 1 year old. After spending his formative years there, he headed to Bordeaux to study when he turned 16. There, his great grandfather owned a vineyard...
DUNDEE, Ore. – January 26, 2022 – Argyle Winery is excited to announce the debut of its second annual Ojo Brilloso collection, which features a trio of limited-production, single-vineyard Pinot Noirs from the renowned Knudsen, Spirit Hill and Lone Star...
In 2008, Roger Lemstrom was looking for a change. He retired from a 30-year career in government leadership roles for Oregon and Washington state, and ended a long-term marriage. On a whim, he moved to Medford, Ore.. His love of the outdoors led to starting a...
“It is good people who make good places,” wrote Anna Sewell, author of “Black Beauty.” This quote came to mind after visiting Oregon’s Applegate Valley, where family-owned bakeries and stately barns dot winding country roads and winemakers rally around...
Guess what? Lower Long Tom, the newest appellation in Oregon, just received federal recognition as Oregon's 22nd American Viticultural Area (AVA). Drawn to reflect distinct soil, topography, and climate attributes, Lower Long Tom joins nine other Oregon AVAs within...
