Oh the Willamette Valley! Wine is surely our favorite subject in this region, but with the cool, moist climate of the Willamette Valley, we boast over 170 different crops and livestock grown here. From grass, tree fruits and nuts, berries,
Why Hire a Tour Guide?
WHY HIRE A TOUR GUIDE? For starters, this is our job and we’re really good at it. We do this every single day, and we’re happy to share our years of experience with you! There are many reasons why heading
Harvest 2023 – The Willamette Valley
Our favorite time of year in the Willamette Valley is during harvest! The hustle and bustle of collecting grapes and the excitement over what that harvest will bring, is palpable. Harvest 2023 in the Pacific Northwest has begun and after
Punch Down Process
This photo from our friends at Stoller Family Estate shows a moment in the punch down process of their latest harvest of Pinot Noir. What is a punch down process? The term “punch down” means to push down the grapes
Veraison – The Ripening
Veraison What is this term we call veraison? Veraison is the stage in the growing process when the grapes begin to soften and change color on the vine. This stage indicates the onset of ripening. It’s one of the most
2023 | IPNC Week in Oregon!
Cheers and finally – it’s 2023 | IPNC week in Oregon! Every year the International Pinot Noir Celebration or IPNC brings world renowned wine makers, Pinot Noir obsessives, food lovers, journalists and more to our very own McMinnville, Oregon for
4th of July – Pairs to Delight
The Fourth of July is a big holiday that most rarely imagine “which wine will I drink?” It’s a day when people typically gather with family and friends to enjoy barbecues, parades, fireworks and more. Bases are usually covered when
Rosé – You Had Us At Pink!
Oh rosé – you had us at pink! On the heels of National Rosé Day, we thought it would be fun to explain a little history on how rosé is made, with a few details in between. Rosé happens when
Amphora Wine Vessel
What is an amphora vessel? It is a two-handled storage jar that holds oil, wine, milk, grain or other various items. Amphora was also the term for a unit of measure. Amphoras were sometimes used as grave markers or as
May is OREGON WINE MONTH!
May is OREGON WINE MONTH! Since 2012, the Oregon wine industry has celebrated Oregon Wine Month when Spring is springing and excitement in the air for wine tasting is palpable. Every month of year in the Oregon wine country is pretty