Erica Etzel, enologist at Domaine Roy, is topping off barrels this week. A task she does every week during this time of year. Through the aging process the wine loses a little bit of volume through evaporation - "the angel's share". Sometimes it is just a bit, and other weeks it's more. Erica adds back in wine saved for this process to reduce oxygen in the barrel and keep them full. Sometimes you might find her alone with her thoughts, other times jamming to music while she completes this task.
We picked up this bottle recently and today is the day to open it up with a book. What are you reading?
The Olio Nuovo festival is happening right now up at Durant! Check out this vibrant green Frantoio as it makes it way through the mill. You can taste #frantoio and #arbequina olio nuovo any day of the week at their extended Olio Nuovo Festival (through November) - or visit this weekend and catch the open-air Local Marketplace to experience some of the area’s top artisanal food producers, food trucks, and live music! #durantolivemill #oregonmade #craftedinoregon #evoo #olionuovo #alfalaval #extravirginoliveoil #dundeehills #traveloregon
Harvest in the Hills
Witnessing the hard work and dedication the vineyard stewards, vintners and winemakers demonstrate is truly special. They pour their hearts into this process. We are thankful to this handpicking team and @eleveewines for allowing us to capture these shots to share with you. #thankavineyardsteward @ahivoyoregon #vineyardstewards #oregonharvest #laboroflove
Wine Tasting in Dundee Safely
We're masking up indoors and experiecing all Dundee has to offer right now. Our perfect day is a cup of @wateravecoffee at @redhillsmarket and a charcuterie board to go, followed by wine tasting (and meeting Four @eleveewines). Then a late lunch @trellisdundee. What's your perfect day?
Frenchies Ollie & Tosia spent the afternoon at @alitwines testing out the experience for all our canine visitors 🐾 . They loved it! Tag a frenchie fan below. And did you know Alit is bringing back live music every Friday until the fall and champagne starting this week? #discoverdundee #dogsofdundee #oregonwinetasting See what else these pups are up to over at @westcoastollie
Calling all Runners! 🏃♀️ Discover Dundee at your own pace with one of our running routes. Including a perfect 5-miler that can be used to train for the upcoming @fueledbyfinewine quarter & half marathon event.
Meet Scott & his crew of sheep
You've heard of vineyard dogs, but have you heard of the hardworking vineyard sheep up at Native Flora? Meet Scott Flora and his crew of vineyard sheep and what makes them special.
Bring your pod to taste in one of the super cute outdoor tasting pods at @winderlea 🍷 Perfect for any type of weather 🌦