(1) Burgundian style: Emphasis on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes. But Pinot Gris has recently overtaken Chardonnay as the major white grape planted.
(2) AVAs: Willamette Valley (major-70% of OR wineries), Rogue Valley, Umpqua, Applegate Valley. (Note: Columbia Valley and Walla Walla are AVAs of Oregon and Washington State)
(3) Wineries: Adelsheim, Eyrie Vineyards, Erath, Ponzi Vineyards, Rex Hill, Cristom, King Estate, Sokol Blosser, Tualatin, Archery Summit, Bethel Heights, St. Innocent, Beaux Freres, Domaine Serene, Ken Wright and Domain Drouhin (owned by famous Burgundy producer, Joseph Drouhin).
(4) Best Vintages: 1999, 2001, 2002*, 2003, 2004 (*Best)
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$15 and under $35 and under  Shea Pinot Noir Williamette Valley Shea Vineyard Estate 2004 (Wine Spectator 95: "Layers of of white pepper, accented currant and cherry. Broad and open-textured with a long finish") Over $35 Ken Wright Pinot Noir Willamette Valley McCrone Vineyard 2004 (Wine Spectator 94: "Lithe and supple with creamy dark berry and floral flavors. Lingers on the finish. Balanced with refreshing acidity.") |
$15 and under $35 and under Over $35
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