September 24, 2026
Our friendship with Equestrian Wine Tours was recently featured in a video by Korrie Hicks of KOR Realty. We hope it inspires you to visit us by horseback.
September 17, 2026
This we are trying something new - a mechanical harvester in the newest vineyard and we are pleasantly surprised!
September 10, 2026
Harvest 2026 started with our Pinot Noir this week, and we are preparing to share our new release of the Bootcut Rosé
September 3, 2026
As a small independent winery we rely on a network of behind the scenes vendors and specialists to help us be successful. Here's a list.
August 27, 2026
He brings lots of experience and enthusiasm for Oregon wine, and his natural hospitality is a perfect match for us!
August 20, 2026
August 22nd is our chance to celebrate you, our members and supporters who make our work possible. This year, we have three ways for you to celebrate with us!
August 13, 2026
Winter’s Hill is still the only Oregon winery embracing wine pouches, but critics in the UK and the US are starting to pay attention.
August 6, 2026
The first bird survey by the Salem Audubon Society has been completed and we're participating in the Oregon Bee Project.
July 23, 2026
Member Appreciation Day is August 22, 2026. We invite our Cellar Door Club & Wine Pouch Subscribers to the winery for a day of wine tasting and food pairings.
July 16, 2026
200+ sheep arrived at Winter’s Hill this week, and we are enjoying watching them graze the hillside across from the winery.
July 9, 2026
Winter’s Hill is proud to be among the group of Oregon winemakers launching Method Oregon.
June 18, 2026
I often wonder what my father would think or how he would address a problem. His influence is still strong her at Winter's Hill.
June 4, 2026
To kick off the month, join us for a side-by-side tasting of our 2012 114 Clone and 2024 Center Cut Pinot noirs. Each week we'll do something new.
May 28, 2026
More than 100 (yes, 100!) cases of wine were sold during my annual Birthday Sale.
May 21, 2026
Today is the day, and I hope you will join my Birthday Celebration with 50% savings on Winter's Hill wines!
May 13, 2026
Sharing and collaborating with other local businesses, and enjoying shred passions, is one of the best parts of operating Winter's Hill!
May 7, 2026
We're celebrating Mother's Day this weekend at the winery with a glass of Sparking wine for each important woman in your life.
April 30, 2026
Summer is coming, which makes this a great time to start a pouch subscription.
April 16, 2026
The buds are “breaking” and people, animals, and tractors are all busy in the vines.
April 2, 2026
This April, Earth Month, we will be sharing stories about our ongoing commitment to protecting the environment
March 19, 2026
Reason One--March 21st is the release of our newest dessert wine and--Reason Two--May 3rd is Pinot Blanc Oregon!
March 12, 2026
If you are feeling adventurous, we hope you can join us on March 21 and be among the first to taste our newest dessert wine.
March 5, 2026
We want to highlight the communities where our wines are being opened and enjoyed through your pictures!
February 26, 2026
The vineyard is ready for Spring and we're beginning to pack the Spring Club shipment.
February 19, 2026
Daylight, why I appreciate that I no longer need a flashlight to find my way through the parking lot at the end of the day.
February 12, 2026
After months of hard work in the cellar, we are excited to be releasing our 2025 Rosé of Pinot noir!
February 5, 2026
This year, Chris and Rachel are joining me at the Oregon Wine Symposium. All of us being students of wine.
January 29, 2026
Winter 2026 has swung between warm and (very) wet, or cold and dry.
January 15, 2026
This short survey should not take more than 90 seconds, and your feedback is priceless to us.
January 8, 2026
After a relaxing holiday break, we're back and welcoming guests to Winter's Hill.
December 11, 2025
This time of year, the winemaking is quiet at Winter's Hill Estate.
December 4, 2025
Our wine pouch subscription has become the most convenient and affordable way to enjoy our hand-crafted wines all year long.
November 26, 2025
Thanksgiving is a time to thank you for being a part of Winter’s Hill and sharing our wines with your friends and family.
November 20, 2025
One of my favorite holiday treats are snacks such as Gizzies, also known as Nuts and Bolts, or Chex Mix.
November 13, 2025
This year we have THREE ways for you to save and stock up on wines for the festive season. Look forward to seasonal savings.
November 6, 2025
Through November you can participate in our Cork Toss to support the Dayton Food Pantry.
October 23, 2025
At Winter’s Hill Estate we nurture a mix of grass and flowering plants, called Cover Crops, in between the rows of vines.
October 16, 2025
Surprise! So far in 2025, more than half of our wine has gone into pouches and kegs instead of bottles.
October 9, 2025
Each year there is a sense of relief and accomplishment when the work of the harvest of our vineyards is complete.
October 2, 2025
As our Pinot noir begins to ferment, one of our most important tasks is Cap Management. It's Punch Down Time!
September 4, 2025
2022 Gonzalez Pinot Noir is ready to shine!
August 21, 2025
Russell shares a vineyard update as harvest is just around the corner!
August 14, 2025
Introducing FinalPour - our first-ever sign-up-only savings program!
August 7, 2025
Last week started with bottling...then the sheep arrived! Busy, busy!
July 31, 2025
If you are looking for the best Chardonnay that Winter’s Hill has produced, look no further… 2022 González Chardonnay
July 24, 2025
Are you interested in our local bees? We are hosting our final Oregon Bee Project tours Sunday, August 10th.
July 17, 2025
Last year, about this time of the summer, Russell received a call from an old friend at Roche Wines.
July 10, 2025
Fueled by Fine Wine will be here the second Sunday in July!
July 3, 2025
Welcoming guests to Winter's Hill reminds us how unique this location is! Many join us for a shared perspective!
June 19, 2025
Have you ever wondered why a blooming vineyard is not as visually spectacular as a blooming cherry orchard?
June 11, 2025
Both fatherhood and winemaking are repetitive and exhausting, and both are thrilling and constantly changing!
June 5, 2025
Our wine pouches are ready-to-go and will travel with you wherever your summer plans are taking you.
May 22, 2025
In this video Russell shares his birthday appreciation - and a reminder - from one of the newly planted vineyards at Winter’s Hill Estate.
May 15, 2025
We are releasing two new Pinot noirs from our Single Block Series - a series that was created to highlight the unique characteristics of specific blocks.
April 28, 2025
Five Winter's Hill wines were reviewed and included in the Northwest Wine Report.
April 10, 2025
Several additional wineries will be joining us for Pinot Blanc Oregon (PBO)!
April 3, 2025
We send you much appreciation for the kind words from each of you who knew Peter.
March 20, 2025
We are excited to introduce a new tasting event - Pinot Blanc Oregon - on Sunday, May 4th, right here at Winter’s Hill Estate.
March 13, 2025
Russell looks back to that first Chardonnay vintage in New Zealand.
February 20, 2025
It’s never too late to celebrate with Rosé of Pinot noir - or to host a wintry Rosé release party!
February 13, 2025
Thanks to everyone who responded to our Rosé survey! We learned that we aren't the only ones who are excited to taste the new release.
February 10, 2025
Tasting season is almost here, and we can’t wait! Looking forward to a celebration! We’re excited to welcome you back to Winter’s Hill Estate!
January 23, 2025
Did you know we've been blending our signature white blend Pearly Everlasting since 2014?
January 16, 2025
It’s a new year and our resolution includes using Revino’s reusable glass bottles. It's just one step towards protecting our environment.
January 9, 2025
As Cellar Season continues, the 2025 vintage is our focus as we begin pruning our vineyard. Learn more about how we get this big job done.
December 23, 2024
All of us at Winter’s Hill are truly grateful for your support of our small vineyard and winery.
December 19, 2024
Have you heard the news? Oregon Sparkling wines have been recognized as among the best in the world!
December 12, 2024
Most of our Winter's Hill Pinot Gris is sold by the glass in Oregon restaurants - and we almost ran out of the 2023 before the 2024 was ready.
December 5, 2024
This past Tuesday I had the opportunity to join 1000 Friends of Oregon on KATU, one of our local television stations.
November 21, 2024
This weekend marks both the last weekend we host in-person tastings for the year, and the first weekend of our Cellar Season.
November 14, 2024
The fall is passing quickly, and we are finalizing plans for our upcoming Pre-Thanksgiving weekend.
November 7, 2024
Each vine in the vineyard is on full display in glorious Fall color - it's a spectacular show!
October 24, 2024
It takes great soil, great people, and great weather to make truly exceptional wines, and in 2024 we have all three.
October 17, 2024
Crab dip is one of our favorite holiday appetizers - and it's even better when paired with our Pinot noir Blanc!
October 10, 2024
During the winemaking process, one of our most important jobs is to maintain optimal conditions for the yeast to grow and ferment the grapes into wine.
October 3, 2024
Wine has a special ability to bring people together, and the bonds created by wine can persist over many years and across international boundaries.
September 19, 2024
When asked, “How many vineyard blocks are there?” I often reply, “Well, it’s complicated.” But Emily, Peter, and I do have our favorites.
September 12, 2024
Customizing a wine club shipment is a favorite feature of our Cellar Door wine club!
September 8, 2024
Sparkling wine always starts the season off, and we are planning to press our first fruit this weekend!
September 3, 2024
Harvest 2024 is expected at the end of September as indicated by the first siting of purple grapes in the process of veraison at Winter's Hill Estate.
August 22, 2024
Pinot noir is often described as the “Goldilocks” grape, requiring conditions that are “just right” to produce delicious wine. This is exactly what happened.
August 15, 2024
The Perseid meteor shower delighted us as we watched the sky above the vineyard.
August 8, 2024
We have used wine barrels for sale. We keep our barrels for 6-8 years, but there are always some that need to be retired.
August 1, 2024
Bottling of the 2023 pinot noir vintage is almost done!
July 25, 2024
Would you mind answering this (very) short survey in this week's email? Your time is very much appreciated.
July 11, 2024
Join us for a casual tasting at which you sip and savor your favorite wines while taking in sweeping views of the Dundee Hills.
July 3, 2024
For the past eight weeks, our Vineyard Manager Luciano and his team have been hustling to keep up with the rapid vine growth.
June 27, 2024
For winemaking, the biggest single contribution to our environmental impact, is the production and transportation of the glass bottle.
June 20, 2024
We are introducing our new 2023 Watershed Chardonnay, a light and refreshing wine, that is meant for both summer dinners and patio gatherings.
June 13, 2024
Being small can be a challenge when marketing in the global marketplace. This is why Oregon wineries collaborate to ensure the success of each us.
June 6, 2024
Whether you are planning a weekend at the coast, or an elegant garden party, we have the Rosé for you!
May 30, 2024
Farmer's Plate & Pantry and Revino are important Winter's Hill partners.
May 23, 2024
Sharing three questions and answers about our blending process.
May 16, 2024
The Dundee Hills are bursting into bloom, and the winery is surrounded by red, yellow, orange, pink and white flowers - including fields of red clover.
May 9, 2024
At Winter’s Hill we are strong believers that the primary purpose of wine is to make your life just a little bit more enjoyable.
May 2, 2024
May is the month that all of Oregon’s wineries work together to share our craft with wine lovers in Oregon and around the country.
April 20, 2024
We are excited to see many of our Cellar Door Club Members at the spring club pickup event. Not a club member? You are invited to join us, too.
April 18, 2024
In this short video Russell will show you how a single grape shoot is selected each year.
April 11, 2024
As the weather warms, Winter’s Hill is surrounded by a sea of green as trees, bushes, grasses and other plants all spring to life. I may be biased but I definitely think they are all worth seeing in person!
April 4, 2024
One of the ways we reduce waste at Winter’s Hill is by donating our empty wine cartons to the Dayton Food Pantry.
March 28, 2024
We are getting ready for wine club season which includes putting together LOTS of wine boxes for shipment. Take a look at this video!
March 21, 2024
March means much more than just the start of Spring to my family.
March 14, 2024
In Oregon wine country, Pinot noir has always been the star. But every leading actor needs a costar.
March 7, 2024
Bump ba-chishh! Bump ba-chishh! We’re bottling sparkling wine today, and the equipment provides a steady rhythm as the bottles go down the line.
February 29, 2024
It’s another cold rainy day in the Dundee Hills, which makes this winemaker very happy. Yep, very happy! Wondering why?
February 22, 2024
We would like to introduce three new team members who will be welcoming you at the winery, and answering your questions & requests.
February 15, 2024
Almost every industry has an annual meeting or trade-show of some kind. I always look forward to the Oregon Wine Symposium held in Portland each February.
February 8, 2024
Winter’s Hill has been crafting Rosé for so many years, that when someone asked me why we started, it took me a minute to remember.
February 1, 2024
Delivering the highest quality wine to our members and fans is our highest priority. That’s why we work with partners like the Arce Family, owners of Pacific Bottling.
January 25, 2024
Join us to taste the 2023 Rosé of Pinot noir, paired with a traditional cheese fondue from Farmer’s Plate & Pantry.
January 19, 2024
At Winter’s Hill, we make our Rosé every year, and we have been fine-tuning our style over the past 20 years.
December 14, 2023
Every family has its customs and traditions, and the holidays are a time to pay extra attention to the ties that bind us together like those in the kitchen.
December 7, 2023
It's early December and we are transferring the last Pinot noir into oak barrels to age and develop over the winter.
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