United States – Oregon
The state of Oregon in the United States has established an international reputation for its production of wine, ranking fourth in the country behind California, Washington, and New York. Oregon has several different growing regions within the state’s borders that are well-suited to the cultivation of grapes; additional regions straddle the border between Oregon and the states of Washington and Idaho. Wine making dates back to pioneer times in the 1840s, with commercial production beginning in the 1960s.
Microclimate
Located south of the Cantabrian Mountains along the Ebro river, La Rioja benefits from a continental climate. The mountains help to isolate the region which has a moderating effect on the climate. They also protect the vineyards from the fierce winds that are typical of northern Spain.
Sub-Regions
Willamette Valley AVA
Southern Oregon AVA
Umpqua Valley AVA
Rogue Valley AVA
Columbia Gorge AVA
Typical Varietals
Pinot noir 17,744 acres (7,181 ha), 45,851 short tons (41,595 t)
Pinot gris 3,705 acres (1,499 ha), 13,601 short tons (12,339 t)
Chardonnay 1,482 acres (600 ha), 4,359 short tons (3,954 t)
Riesling 713 acres (289 ha), 3,095 short tons (2,808 t)
Cabernet Sauvignon 626 acres (253 ha), 1,652 short tons (1,499 t)