34 research outputs found
Pinot Noirvana in the Willamette Valley
Get PDFRusty Gaffney reviews Oregon\u27s Willamette Valley in this article from his Prince of Pinot blog, volume 9, issue 42. Gaffney gives specific details of the area and the wines, as well as recent history in regards to the weather and its toll on the output of the industry in certain years. Gaffney encourages readers to explore the area and the wines offered
Pinot Gris: Oregon’s Signature White Wine
Get PDFRusty Gaffney writes about Oregon\u27s Pinot Gris in a question-and-answer session with several Willamette Valley winemakers in this article from his Prince of Pinot blog, volume 7, issue 15. Gaffney provides a brief global and local history of Pinot Gris, examining the similarities and differences. He highlights David Lett, one of the first to plant Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris in the area. Gaffney then ends with a summary of Oregon\u27s Pinot Gris
Solving the Mystery of the “Coury Clone”
Get PDFRusty Gaffney explores the life and expertise of Charles Coury in this article from his Prince of Pinot blog, volume 9, issue 7. Coury became known for his emphasis on the importance of selecting appropriate grape varieties for particular sites. Gaffney details Coury\u27s entrance into the wine industry, as well as a comprehensive examination of the Coury Clone and all it came to be. Gaffney concludes there is ongoing research and interest in the Coury Clone in the wine industry
Along the Oregon Pinot Trail
Get PDFRusty Gaffney writes about Oregon\u27s Willamette Valley and its Pinot Noir in this article from his Prince of Pinot blog, volume 7, issue 23. A brief overview of how Pinot Noir clones came to the Willamette Valley and the the French winemakers who moved to the region in the 1980s follows. Gaffney also compares and contrasts Oregon Pinot Noir with French Burgundy
Pinot Noir “Clone 95”: Dick Erath Revives an Old Treasure
Get PDFRusty Gaffney discusses Dick Erath and his Clone 95 Pinot Noir in this article from his Prince of Pinot blog, volume 9, issue 38. He tells of the development of Erath Winery and Erath\u27s relationship with Cal Knudsen. Gaffney covers Erath\u27s involvement with lobbying to limit grapevines with viruses being imported into Oregon and how Erath\u27s own vines were affected
Willamette Valley Epilogue
Get PDFRusty Gaffney gives a brief overview of the culture of the wine industry in Oregon, focusing on the wineries of the Willamette Valley, in this article from his Prince of Pinot blog, volume 9, issue 42. Gaffney highlights information on the area, a travel guide with advice, and places not to miss
Umpqua Valley, Oregon
Get PDFRusty Gaffney tells Richard Sommer\u27s story as a pioneer to the Oregon wine industry in this article from his Prince of Pinot blog, volume 8, issue 39. Gaffney tells of Sommer\u27s life and experiences, supplemented by a unique side of the story from Sommer\u27s close friend and employee of Hillcrest Vineyards, Phil Gale. Gale provides detailed historical information on Sommer and his establishment in the Oregon wine industry
The History of Oregon Pinot Noir Clones
Get PDFRusty Gaffney gives the history of Oregon\u27s Pinot Noir clones that he deems the heart of this state\u27s wine industry success in this article from his Prince of Pinot blog, volume 7, issue 22. A brief overview of the specific clones that have been used in Oregon and where they came from is included
David Adelsheim: A “Latecomer” Oregon Wine Pioneer
Get PDFRusty Gaffney profiles David Adelsheim in this article from his Prince of Pinot blog, volume 9, issue 31. The article focuses on Adelsheim’s many accomplishments in the Oregon wine industry, including his lobbying work to protect farmland and his contribution in founding various wine organizations. The contributions of Adelsheim’s wife, Ginny, are explored as well
Oregon Relishes Burgundian Influence
Get PDFRusty Gaffney gives a year-by-year look at Oregon vintages and a general overview of Willamette Valley wine history in this article from his Prince of Pinot blog, volume 6, issue 36. He highlights Charles Coury, David Lett, Dick Ponzi, and Dick Erath
