Oregon Experience: Oregon Wine: Grapes of Place
What's So Special About Oregon Pinot Noir?
Every year in late July, wine and food lovers alike gather at Linfield College in McMinnville for the world famous International Pinot noir Celebration. Launched in 1987 by the pioneers of the Oregon wine industry along with the McMinnville Chamber of Commerce, it showcases Pinot noir, the delicate red grape from Burgundy, France. Today Pinot noir is Oregon’s premier signature wine.
At the Celebration last July the Oregon Experience team talked with Sommelier and Wine Director of the Michael Mina Group of San Francisco, Rajat Parr, about this special grape and why people from all corners of the globe come to celebrate its elegance and versatility.
- About the Program
Oregon wine pioneers
- Winter Pruning in Wine Country
Workers in the Willamette Valley prepare the vines for the upcoming growing season.
- What's So Special About Oregon Pinot Noir?
Sommelier Rajat Parr explains why he loves Oregon Pinot noir.
- Susan Sokol Blosser on Sustainability
The wine pioneer talks about achieving sustainability in their family-owned business.
- Dick Erath Makes Wine
Visit with NW wine pioneer Dick Erath as he brews up a batch of homemade Pinot noir.
- ¡Salud!
Visit an innovative healthcare program for Oregon's seasonal vineyard workers.
- Oregon Wines Quality Driven
See how a new generation is learning the craft of winemaking.
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