Oregon—the land of plenty
Home to several of the finest wine appellations in the country, Oregon is especially well known for making exceptional Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris.

The Willamette Valley—a winemaker’s dream
Most of the state’s wine comes from the cool-climate Willamette Valley, a region defined by natural borders with Oregon’s coastal range in the west, the Cascade Mountains in the east, the Columbia River in the north, and the Calapooya Mountains in the south. Willamette derives its name from the river that winds its way through the low-lying hills and fields. Nearly 100 miles long and 60 miles wide, the valley stretches from Portland south through Salem and on down to Eugene.

The Willamette Valley’s marine climates and fertile soil have made it the ideal setting for vineyard sites—more than 150 wineries now dot its lush landscape.During the growing season, long afternoons of sunshine are tempered by coastal breezes that keep the climate cool, even in the summer. The volcanic soil is rich with nutrients and is well drained, keeping the soil warm for properly ripening the grapes.