Posted 06/14/21.Willamette Valley
Mighty McMinnville, in the Willamette Valley, is celebrating Pride Month this June with a host of activities, both in person and virtual. What was born last year during a spontaneous conversation continues to expand and grow to support a large and diverse audience throughout the Willamette Valley. Take a look…
Posted 02/05/21.Blog
The wine industry, like nearly everything else, was not unmoved by the ongoing racial justice movement so prominent last summer. Drinkers are increasingly seeking wines made by winemakers of color and this conscientious shopping is having a positive effect on awareness and visibility. Theodora Lee, owner and winemaker…
Posted 12/10/20.Blog
Oregon continues to seek ways to protect our communities, businesses and public health. Governor Kate Brown’s 2-week “freeze” ended late last week and outdoor wine tasting and dining are once again available to you. But with details changing so often, it’s hard to keep up. Don’t worry, we’ve got you…
Posted 11/30/20.Uncategorized
Here’s something rare in 2020: good news. The Oregon Wine Giving Season has been extended through December 31. You can shop keepsakes, promotions, experiences, and support charitable giving now through the end of the year. THE GIVING SEASON >>> Courtesy Elizabeth…
Posted 11/17/20.Uncategorized
In a recent issue of The Wine Advocate, reviewer Erin Brooks tips her hat to some of the Oregon favorites she’s currently tasting from the 2018 vintage. Once annually, Erin reviews hundreds of Oregon wines from the newly released vintage. Those reviews cover all Oregon regions and varietals. “In anticipation…
Posted 11/16/20.Uncategorized
As we head into Thanksgiving, a holiday defined more than any other by the sharing of food and community, Governor Brown has announced a “two-week freeze” on gatherings – effective Wednesday, Nov. 18 – to slow the spread of COVID-19. While the Governor’s order will pause onsite tasting, wineries across…
Posted 11/05/20.Uncategorized
It’s been a tough year. So this holiday season more than 100 wineries statewide want to say thank you for your ongoing support with a gift, discount or charitable donation. The Giving Season is our gift to you and it starts right now. Gather safely with your loved…
Posted 09/30/20.Blog
Most NBA fans know about players’ affinity for fine wine, but what may be less known is among the wines they love are many standouts made in Oregon. When players like LeBron James are quoted as saying this to Yahoo Sports in 2017: “Oregon Pinot is some of the…
Posted 09/17/20.Blog
Felipe Ramirez, winemaker at Rose & Arrow Estate In early February 2020, before COVID-19 placed its indelible mark on us, Nick Stock filed his 2018 Oregon wine report for JamesSuckling.com: “…another convincing showing from Oregon, which is producing high quality across a number of vintages and demonstrating real…
Posted 09/17/20.Blog
Foto por Easton Richmond National Hispanic American Heritage Month es del 15 de setiembre al 15 de octubre. Si como dice el dicho, “el vino se hace en el viñedo,” entonces vino de altura no se puede producir sin la experiencia de los trabajadores Hispanos y Latinx de los viñedos.