Dundee Hills AVA

The first grapes in the Willamette Valley were planted in the Dundee Hills
In the hills north and west of Dundee
Approximately 30 miles to the southwest of Portland and 40 miles east of the Pacific Ocean, with protection from the ocean climate provided by the higher Coast Range of mountains
Almost exclusively basaltic landmass that runs north-south and overlooks the Willamette River to the south and the Chehalem Valley to the north
Region is unique for its higher elevation, warmer nighttime temperatures, less low-elevation fog and frost, and lava-based Jory soil series of reddish silt, clay and loam soils
Over 25 wineries and independent vineyards in this region
In this area, Pinot noir is king
Also offer an exceptional selection of other cool-climate varietals like Chardonnay, Pinot gris and Pinot blanc