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Adelsheim Vineyard

Owner(s) David Adelsheim, Jack Loecker, Lynn Loecker
Web site www.adelsheim.com
 
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Adelsheim Vineyard now farms 168 acres and produces 42,000 cases of wine. The Adelsheims spent a summer in Europe back in 1970 and dreamed of planting a vineyard in Oregon. In 1972, they planted 15 acres of Pinot Noir, Cjhardonnay, Pinot Gris and Riesling in the Chehalem Mountains using the assistance of friends and family. The first commercial release of 300 cases of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Gris was 1978. In 1982 a 6,000 sq ft winery was built. Later a 19-acre vineyard across the street from the original vineyard was leased in 1989 and a 52-acre site, now named Calkins Lane Vineyard, was purchased and became the home of the current winery. Co-owners Jack and Lynn Loacker joined Adelsheim Vineyard in 1994 and began planting a 120-acre site on Ribbon Ridge, the source of much of the Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris grapes since 1998. In 1997, a new 35,000 square foot state-of-the-art winery was built at Calkins Lane Vineyard. Winemaker David Paige joined Adelsheim in 2001.

The winery is located at 16800 NE Calkins Ln in Newberg. The website is www.adelsheim.com and the phone is 503-538-3652. Current Pinot releases include a Willamette Valley blend, Elizabeth's Reserve, and single- vineyard designates from Bryan Creek, Calkins Lane, Goldschmidt, Quarter Mile Lane, Ribbon Springs, and Temperance Hill vineyards. The wines are available on the website.

Reviewed Wines

2006 Adelsheim Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

13.5% alc., 15,521 cases, $31. The flagship Pinot Noir from Adelsheim sourced from seven estate vineyards in the Chehalem Mountains and nine vineyards in other parts of the Willamette Valley. Both Jory and Willakenzie soil types are represented. 24% new French oak was used. · Cherries, spice and roasted nuts are quite flavorful in this wine which is light on its feet. Silky textured with refined acidity and a hint of earthiness on the finish. A perfectly fine entry wine. Reviewed December 17, 2008 ARTICLE »

2006 Adelsheim Elizabeth’s Reserve Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

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2006 Adelsheim Ribbon Springs Vineyard Chehalem Mountains Pinot Noir

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