Drew Voit 

Winemaker, Harper Voit Wines

In this episode, we’re pleased to welcome winemaker Drew Voit, whose career in Oregon’s wine scene has made him sought after by both consumers and wineries alike for his skill in producing notable wines from the Willamette and beyond.

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Willamette Valley AVA: Selected favorites

In part two of our epic trip to the Willamette Valley, we get deep into the heart of this AVA and learn that Pinot Noir, and stunning white wines from this region, come in many unique forms, including the don’t-miss wineries and wines we discovered there: 

Bells Up — 2020 Jupiter Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains AVA): Nearly equal parts heritage clone Pommard and Dijon clone 667– Jupiter showcases aromatics of caramel and red flowers, with guava and pomegranate on the palate.  Bells Up Winery

Lenné Estate Winery — 2017 South Slope Select Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton AVA): Pommard and Dijon 115 clones go into this excellent Pinot Noir, with a savory expression that includes notes of black cherry and vanilla mocha, wood, and a grounded earthiness. Purchase at Lenne’s website

Roots — 2012 Racine (Yamhill-Carlton): Savory, rich expression of Pinot Noir with bright fruit and mellow tannins. Buy here

Stoller Family Estate — 2017 Reserve Pinot Noir: Ripe bing cherry and cola notes with bright acidity and elegant tannins that can be enjoyed now or added to the cellar. Purchase at Stoller’s website

Domaine Roy & fils — 2019 Iron Filbert Vineyard Chardonnay: Aromatics of lemon verbena and Mellon, with bracing acidity and mineral tang that are incredibly well-balanced on the palate. Available via Domaine Roy’s website

Shea Wine Cellars — 2018 Homer Pinot Noir: A blend of the “best barrels” in their cellar. Beautiful tannins, blue and dark red fruit, floral notes, a velvety finish. Buy at Shea Wine Cellars

Domaine Serene — 2018 ‘Evenstad Reserve’ Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley): (NOTE: The Grace Vineyards Pinot was no longer available on their website, so we’ve substituted this excellent selection in its place) Aromas of dried cherry, dark chocolate, and saddle leather on the nose. On the palate, ripples of composed tannins and savory characters of cherry tobacco, ground cloves, and allspice. Domaine Serene

Bethel Heights— 2017 Justice Vineyard Pinot Noir: Tart cherry and soy sauce on the nose and Black cherry, blackberry, tobacco, with cocoa powder and fine-grained tannins on the palate. Buy at Bethel Heights

Harper Voit — 2016 Antiquum Vineyard Pinot Noir: A smokey char on the nose and Black cherry, cinnamon, cocoa, and a bit of spice on the palate. Purchase from Harper Voit

Discover Willamette Valley AVA wines

Kick back and enjoy the patio (and pizza) at Lenné Estate Winery.

A beautiful flight with a beautiful view, at Stoller Family Estate.

Inside the stylish, modern, Stoller Family Estate tasting room.

The patio at the Stoller Family Estate features inspiring views of their estate vineyards.

The sleek, modern tasting room for Shea Wine Cellars pairs perfectly with their stunning wines.

Inside the friendly Roots Wine Co. tasting room

Chris Berg of Roots Wine Co. is a great host for your tasting of his innovative wines.

Drew Voit in the process of shoveling whole cluster into a fermenter.

The team at Harper Voit: (L to R) Jessica Drew, Drew Voit and Cassidy Smith

The exciting tasting kit at Harper Voit Wines

Part of the stunning lineup at Domaine Roy & fils.

The magnificent Club House at Domaine Serene is unlike anything else in the Willamette.

Inside a Domaine Serene Private Tasting room, a rare and elegant affair.

Domaine Serene will connect you to the land and sky of the Willamette!

A converted home in downtown McMinnville, Or. makes a delightful tasting room for Harper Voit Wines.

Drew Voit outlines the vineyards that help make his wines so great.

Port & Maderia wine expert Roy Hersh picks up a case from the wonderful Dusky Goose tasting room.

The gorgeous exterior of Dusky Goose Winery.

The elegant yet laid back tasting bar at Bethel Heights awaits.

Bethel Heights Vineyard private tasting room is a place you may never want to leave.

Don’t miss the Bells Up Prelude Rosé of Pinot Noir!

Dave Specter of Bells Up Winery talks about his micro-boutique winery.