The Legacy of Jim Maresh in Oregon’s Wine Industry Nestled in the heart of Oregon’s Willamette Valley lies the legacy of a true Oregon pioneer: Jim Maresh, an Oregon original. A visionary in the wine industry, Jim has not only made a lasting impact on the state’s burgeoning wine scene, but also shaped the trajectory …
A View From the Top: Best Winery Views in Willamette Valley The picturesque Willamette Valley, Oregon is considered among the top fine wine regions in the world. It is also known to have beautiful landscapes where vineyards are located. The Willamette Valley winery views take one’s breath away, ranging from pine trees to oak trees, …
Oregon Wine Stats (2022 Oregon Vineyard and Winery Report) The 2023 edition of the Oregon Vineyard and Winery Report based on the year 2022 by the Institute for Policy Research and Engagement at the University of Oregon is out with lots of fun Oregon Wine statistical data to process! Here are some of our favorite …
The grape industry in Oregon’s Willamette Valley has persevered through adverse weather, fires, economic fluctuations, and multiple threats to the very vines that provide their livelihood. One of these challenges is the history of phylloxera in Willamette Valley and the destruction it has brought to some of the oldest and most revered vineyard sites. How …
Many wineries in Willamette Valley have been acquired by larger corporations in recent years from Jackson Family Wines to Constellation Brands–the small boutique wineries of Willamette Valley are changing hands. Jackson Family Wineries Winery Location Gran Moraine Yamhill-Carlton Penner-Ash Newberg Willakenzie Estate Yamhill Zena Crown Salem Byron Blatty Newberg Elk Cove Vineyards Gaston Here is …
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The Van Duzer Corridor is a gap in the Coast Range Mountains that lies between Corvallis and Lincoln City, Oregon. During certain times of the year, this corridor can be particularly windy due to low-pressure systems moving along the Pacific from Alaska. These winds are known as “Van Duzer Winds” and they can reach up …
Set along the Willamette Valley, a lush and picturesque landscape known for its rolling hills, orchards, and vineyards, stands a regal icon of luxury and leisure; The Black Walnut Hotel. For over 80 years this grand establishment has welcomed guests with an inviting grace which has made it one of the region’s foremost destinations for …
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Although Willamette Valley’s wine industry is relatively new it has managed to carve a prominent place in the world of wine. This is mostly due to its ideal conditions for grape-growing and winemaking. But it is also in-part due to a handful of winemaking pioneers, one of which was Dick Ponzi. Born in March 1934 in …
Best Restaurants in Willamette Valley Nestled within Oregon’s picturesque Willamette Valley, a compelling fine dining history unfolds, mirroring the exquisite wines the region is celebrated for. This culinary journey began in the vibrant 1900s, with the valley primarily serving as an agricultural heartland. Restaurants during this time were known for their delightful, straightforward dishes, highlighting …
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The Willamette Valley, located in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States, has a rich history of agriculture that predates its current status as a world-renowned wine region. For thousands of years before European settlement, the valley was inhabited by indigenous peoples who practiced a variety of agricultural techniques to cultivate crops like camas, …
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