THE DUNDEE HILLS AVA: OREGON'S RED-SOIL TREASURE The picturesque Dundee Hills stands out for its distinctive red volcanic “Jory” soils, which produce wines with an elegant, red-fruit flavor profile and silky, smooth texture. Many of Oregon's pioneering wineries planted their first vines here. EOLA-AMITY HILLS AVA: PACIFIC INFLUENCE The Eola-Amity Hills region experiences dramatic cooling each afternoon when winds rush in from the Pacific Ocean through the Van Duzer Corridor. This natural air conditioning helps grapes maintain their vibrant acidity, creating wines with notable freshness and energy. VAN DUZER CORRIDOR AVA: WIND-DRIVEN DISTINCTION The Van Duzer Corridor is the pathway where Pacific Ocean air flows into the Willamette Valley. This consistent wind creates thicker grape skins, lending more structure and color to the wines. These bottles often display vibrant acidity along with pronounced aromatic profiles, making them naturally food-friendly and age-worthy. MOUNT PISGAH, POLK COUNTY, OREGON AVA: THE NEWCOMER WITH ANCIENT ROOTS This region produces structured wines with excellent aging potential. The combination of soil, elevation, and exposure creates wines with remarkable complexity and a clear sense of place. LOWER LONG TOM AVA: THE SOUTHERN FRONTIER Unique prairie soils formed on ancient floodplains create bold, fruit-forward wines with distinctive character. This emerging region is showing great promise for those who enjoy wines with deeply complex flavor profiles. S DIVERSE WINE REGIONS any wine lovers may not realize is that within this valley lies a fascinating (AVA), each with its own personality and charm. onal differences adds a whole new dimension to your tasting experience. ner of this remarkable valley. PHOTO: LYNN HOWLETT DUCK POND DELANEY VINEYARD
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