 During our wine jaunt to Southern Oregon, we stopped in at Trium, which is located on Pheasant Hill Vineyard in Talent, Oregon. We heard about this small winery over the years and we were highly interested in experiencing their flight of wines. We were not disappointed. The tasting room is small, but it resembles an ivy-covered English cottage with its front door nestled with ivy and a welcome sign to greet you. Outside, there is an amazing view of Bear Creek Valley and its rich . . . |
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 During our wine jaunt to Southern Oregon, we were encouraged by Linda Kistner of Abacela Vineyards to stop in at LongSword Vineyards because they make a wonderful crisp Sparkling Chardonnay, as well as Dolcetto, Syrah and a Rose’. Since Sparkling Chardonnay is one of my very favorite summer wines, we didn’t hesitate to follow through with her suggestion . . . |
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 Milbrandt Vineyards is owned and operated by brothers, Butch and Jerry Milbrandt. They tell everyone, “Farming is in our blood.” For nearly six decades the Milbrandt family have made their living working the land, mostly hay and alfalfa. In 1997 Butch and Jerry wanted to take a new direction with their lives. Realizing that Eastern Washington was producing some wonderful grapes, they decided to plant their own vineyards. This was uncharted territory for them but they were determined . . . |
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 Upland Estate Winery has a history that dates back to 1917 when the first wine grape was planted on Snipes Mountain by W. B. Bridgman. It is widely recognized as the birthplace of Washington wine. No other Washington winery has this claim to fame. Upland Estate Winery sources all of its fruit from its estate vineyards and it is the only winery currently located within the new Snipes Mountain AVA. They produce, cultivate and sell all fruit that is grown there to approximately 20 other . . . |
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 The dream began in 2003, when Steve and Paula Black purchased a 110 acre vineyard located in the Red Hills of Dundee. The wines they produce and the winery that they built, was done to honor their family. They launched the winery as a legacy for their five children. The winery is named in honor of their four daughters, Alexis, Vanessa, Christiana and Jillian. Their son, Nicholas, is on the reserve wine labels as “Keeper of the Four Graces.” |
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 Have you ever visited a winery by traveling on a ferry? You can if you ever visit Arcane Cellars at Wheatland Winery. Arcane Cellars is located along the Willamette River on a quiet road near the historic Wheatland Ferry just outside Salem, Oregon. This is a beautiful winery which sits along the Willamette River, nestled among neighboring farms with amazing views of the Eola Hills. We enjoyed the outside patio, where we snacked and enjoyed a bottle of their award winning Pinot Gris, while . . . |
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 We visited Page Cellars in Woodinville, WA for the first time in January 2010. I don’t know how we managed to miss this winery for so many years, because it has been around since 2000, but we did. We won’t pass it up again! We felt right at home when we were greeted immediately by owner and wine-maker Jim Page and his wife, Rothelle. They were quick to place a wine glass in our hand and share their passion for the wines that they . . . |
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 In 1983, owner and winemaker, Gabor Palotai, got a student visa to study in the United States. He was a long way from his home in Communist-controlled Hungary. When it was time to return to his home in Budapest, Gabor defected to America. Gabor may now live in America, but he has never forgotten his Hungarian roots. Gabor learned about making wine at a young age from his grandfather. Like his grandfather, Gabor believes in “Old World” craftsmanship, following centuries old European . . . |
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 We visited this winery in October and immediately we new that we had to feature their wines. This winery seems to have it all. Its location is set in the beautiful Chehalem Mountains. Its setting is rolling hills and acres of north-south running vineyards. Its not uncommon to spot a soaring hawk in the blue sky. The views from their terrace and parking area are breathtaking. During our visit, many artists were attempting to capture the view on canvas. Some of them were able to multi-task, with |
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 This winery is located in the foothills of the Coast Range in Northern Yamhill County, Oregon. Owners Keith and Trudy Kramer planted their first grapes in April 1983 and they produced their first vintage in 1989. Winemaker, Trudy Kramer feels that their winemaking has evolved over the years. They are an estate vineyard with 23 acres, using only their grapes for their wines. The only exception is the syrah and merlot. Since these varietals do not grow well in this area of Oregon, . . . |
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 We recently visited the tasting room of Coyote Canyon Winery which is located in Prosser, WA. This is a little piece of Heaven. We were fortunate to visit this tasting room on two different occasions and both times the place was packed. Feel free to step right up to the bar (if there is room) and enhance your wine experience as their gracious staff take you through a journey of “life in wine” with their selection of handcrafted, 100% estate grown wines. |
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 We experienced Troon Vineyards for the first time during our trip Carlton, Oregon. Although their winery is really in Grants Pass, Oregon, near the California border, they opened up another tasting room in Carlton, Oregon, so wine enthusiasts from all over Oregon and Washington could experience their creations without having to make that six hour drive south. |
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 Owner and winemaker, Larry Pearson, dreamed of growing cabernet sauvignon back in the early 80’s. He and his wife, Jane, purchased their land in the Red Mountains and planted their first cabernet sauvignon vines in 1985. They named their vineyard “Tapteil”, after the lower portion of the Yakima River where the Tapteilmin (narrow river people) once lived. His vineyard now grows merlot, syrah and cabernet franc among the rows of his cabernet sauvignon. Larry makes some amazingly intense . . . |
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 This beautiful Tuscan inspired winery is a true joy to behold. From the drive up to the winery, to the beautiful entrance and beyond, you will see breathtaking views of the Red Mountains behind you and Horse Heaven Hills in front. This is one winery in Benton City, WA, that you just won’t want to leave. A cobblestone path leads you to a waterfall and they have a wonderful amphitheater for summer concerts. They have a huge patio, just waiting for you to relax with a glass of wine and . . . |
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 We’d like to introduce you to Jesus Guillen. We met Jesus for the first time in April 2009 during our tour of Dundee Hills when we stopped in at White Rose Wines. Jesus is a very personable young man who has the true spirit of following ones passion and reaching for the American dream. In 1999, Jesus decided to study Computer Science while living in Mexico. This was a way for him to learn a skill as well as the English language. In 2001, Jesus traveled to Oregon to visit his father who . . . |
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 We fell in love with this winery during our initial visit in April. Owners, John and Nancy McClintock, built this tasting room like a tree house hideout that is tucked away among a canopy of Douglas Fir and White Oak trees. In fact, it is called “The Treehouse Tasting Room.” It is a 6000 square foot canopy-high tasting room that rests atop rolling rows of vines and stunning panoramic views of the Willamette Valley. This tasting room was built in the classic Northwest style by local . . . |
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 The Morrison Lane Winery is located in the historic Dacres Building in downtown Walla Walla and opened its doors in 2002. When you enter the building you immediately notice the large tasting bar lined up with many bottles of Morrison labeled wines. Behind the bar you will meet Dean and Verdie Morrison, owners of this family operated winery, both of whom are charming, witty and fun to spend time with. The Morrison’s may have opened their tasting room in 2002; but Dean and Verdie have been . . . |
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 Beran Vineyards is located in a picturesque converted dairy barn just 20 miles southwest of downtown Portland, on a site that was homesteaded in 1875. They are dedicated to the exclusive production of small quantities of premium estate bottled Pinot Noir. |
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 Terra Vina Winery is dedicated to producing hand-crafted wines from the finest vineyard locations in Washington and Oregon. |
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 When Stanislaw Stepniewski purchased Windy Point Fruit Ranch in 1972, he was struck by the Similarity to vineyards he had seen in Europe. Though Stanislaw never fulfilled his dream to grow grapes here, son Mike has brought the vision to fruition. Even the pioneer homesteaders who planted this land in the 1890's recognized it as a unique site for growing fruit. Mike and Liz Stepniewski believe that uniqueness will translate into world-class wines. |
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