Precision & Power: The New Frontier of Oregon Chardonnay

About this Event

Celebrate 20 years of the Eola-Amity Hills AVA with educational tasting panels at Lingua Franca and a Grand Tasting at Zenith Vineyard. This panel examines the rise of Eola-Amity Hills Chardonnay and its growing global recognition.

Panelists:

Larry Stone, MS — Master Sommelier and Founder, Lingua Franca
Ben Casteel — Co-Owner and Winemaker, Bethel Heights Vineyard
Mark Royer — Founder and Vineyard Manager, Royer Vineyard

Moderator:
Julia Coney, Wine Consultant & Journalist

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