PORTLAND, Ore. — In the four-decade history of the Oregon Vineyard and Winery Report, this year's ranks as the most sobering because the global pandemic, West Coast growing conditions during the 2020 vintage and deadly wildfires contributed to lower yields in vineyards and fewer grapes on crush pads. The University of Oregon's Institute for Policy Research and Engagement, … [Read more...] about Oregon wine harvest fell by 29% in 2020, but growth continues
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Central Oregon Winegrowers schedule summer summit
There’s an increased thirst for Northwest wine throughout beer-focused Deschutes County — the fastest growing region in Oregon — and that topic will be the underlying theme Tuesday in Terrebone when the Central Oregon Winegrowers gather. A recent report produced from the U.S. Census by Portland State University showed that the population in Deschutes County increased nearly … [Read more...] about Central Oregon Winegrowers schedule summer summit
Hot, dry climate July report marks finale by Greg Jones at Linfield
The July 2021 Weather and Climate Summary and Forecast by renowned environmental scientist Greg Jones brought a sobering outlook for the Northwest wine industry in terms of conditions similar to the historically hot 2015 vintage, and the monthly report included news that Jones has resigned from Linfield University in McMinnville, Ore. "With this month's Weather-Climate … [Read more...] about Hot, dry climate July report marks finale by Greg Jones at Linfield
Betz Family Winery will not release wines from smoky 2020 vintage
WOODINVILLE, Wash. — Smoke from West Coast wildfires adversely affected grapes for Betz Family Winery, so rather than damage the reputation of their famous winery, owners Steven and Bridgit Griessel informed customers they will not release wines from the 2020 vintage. "We never considered for one second sending wines to customers that are flawed," the Griessels wrote Great … [Read more...] about Betz Family Winery will not release wines from smoky 2020 vintage
Sagemoor enters Walla Walla Valley grape market with Southwind Vineyard purchase
It's a good thing viticulturists Kent Waliser and Lacey Lybeck live in the Tri-Cities because their commutes on behalf of Sagemoor Vineyards clients took an additional turn with this week's acquisition of Southwind Vineyard on the Oregon side of the Walla Walla Valley. The 70-acre vineyard was established in 2007 by Rick Middleton, who co-founded Artifex Wine Co., and led … [Read more...] about Sagemoor enters Walla Walla Valley grape market with Southwind Vineyard purchase