The Vineyards
A Sense of Place
A Vineyard is defined by its geology, climate, and biology. Soil, Elevation, Aspect, Climate, Weather, and Soil Microbiome… these are some of the things we’re talking about. No two vineyards are exactly alike. A Vineyard’s unique geology, climate, and biology come together in complex ways to produce fruit and, ultimately, wines with their own unique personality.
Élevée Vineyard
Dundee Hills AVA
GRACEFUL, ELEGANT, ETHEREAL
Flavor Profile
- Aromatic Foundation is Mineral
- Red Fruit (Raspberries, Cherries)
- Floral (Violets, White Flowers)
- Powdered Perfume
- Exotic Tea & tobacco Leaf
- Fine Silk Texture
- Smooth Acidity
- Mid-Weight, Smooth, & Ethereal
Vineyard Environment
| AVA | Willamette Valley |
| Sub-AVA | Dundee Hills |
| Planted | 1998 |
| Acreage | 4 |
| Varieties | Pinot noir |
| Clone(s) | 777, 115, 667, Pommard |
| Rootstock(s) | 101-14, Riparia Gloire |
| Soil Type | Volcanic |
| Soil Series | Jory |
| Elevation | 490 – 540ft |
| Aspect | South |
| Spacing | 1.3m x 1.0m |
| Trellis | Vertical Shoot Positioned |
| Training | Head Trained |
| Pruning | Cane Pruned (single) |
| Latitude | 45N 17′ 8″ |
| Longitude | 123W 1′ 53″ |
| Climate Type | Oceanic |
| Climate Class | Koppen-Geiger ‘Csb’ |
| Certification | LIVE, IOBC, SalmonSafe |
Madrona Hill Vineyard
Chehalem Mountains AVA
BOLD, POWERFUL, INTENSE
Flavor Profile
- Aromatic Foundation is Fruit
- Darker Fruit (Black Cherries)
- Itailan Spice (Oregano)
- Rose Petal
- Savory
- Plush Velvet Texture
- Bright Acidity
- Very Full, Round, and Dense
Vineyard Environment
| AVA | Willamette Valley |
| Sub-AVA | Chehalem Mountains |
| Planted | 2007 / 2008 |
| Acreage | 19 |
| Varieties | Pinot noir |
| Clone(s) | 777, Pommard |
| Rootstock(s) | 3309 |
| Soil Type | Loess |
| Soil Series | Laurelwood |
| Elevation | 505 – 595ft |
| Aspect | Southeast |
| Spacing | 7′ x 4′ |
| Trellis | Vertical Shoot Positioned |
| Training | Head Trained |
| Pruning | Cane Pruned (double) |
| Latitude | 45N 22′ 35″ |
| Longitude | 122W 53′ 45″ |
| Climate Type | Oceanic |
| Climate Class | Koppen-Geiger ‘Csb’ |
| Certification | LIVE, IOBC, SalmonSafe |
Björnson Vineyard
Eola-Amity Hills AVA
EXOTIC, COMPLEX
Flavor Profile
- Aromatic Foundation is Mineral
- Red Fruit (Cherries)
- Stone Fruit (Peach)
- Pine Needles & Fresh Hops
- Flint
- Fine Velvet Texture
- Bright Acidity
- Full, Smooth, & Distinct
Vineyard Environment
| AVA | Willamette Valley |
| Sub-AVA | Eola-Amity Hills |
| Planted | 2006 |
| Acreage | 25 |
| Varieties | Pinot noir |
| Clone(s) | 777, Pommard |
| Rootstocks(s) | 3309, 101-14 |
| Soil Type | Volcanic |
| Soil Series | Nekia |
| Elevation | 465 – 530ft |
| Aspect | SouthWest |
| Spacing | |
| Trellis | Vertical Shoot Positioned |
| Training | Head Trained |
| Pruning | Cane Pruned (double) |
| Latitude | 45N 3′ 39″ |
| Longitude | 123W 6′ 32″ |
| Climate Type | Oceanic |
| Climate Class | Koppen-Geiger ‘Csb’ |
| Certification | LIVE, IOBC, SalmonSafe |