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Erath Notebook, Dick Erath

Erath Winery Documents

This notebook was kept by Dick Erath during the early years of his winemaking career. It includes details about planting and harvest conditions for a number of varietals during the period from 1965-1967, as well as details from his winemaking process.

Seven Hills Winery Vineyard And Grower Portfolio, Seven Hills Winery

Seven Hills Winery Documents

A grower's portfolio describes a grape grower's philosophy and includes a description of all current vineyards used by the winery. Seven Hills Winery uses a variety of grapes from many different vineyards around the Pacific Northwest, with vineyards located in the Walla Walla Valley, Red Mountain, Wahluke Slope, and the Columbia Valley (all in Washington), as well as vineyards located in Oregon's Umpqua Valley. Gathering grapes from a variety of locations helps to create strong regional white and red wines.

Whitehouse-Crawford Co. Building History, Unknown

Seven Hills Winery Documents

This document provides a brief history of the Whitehouse-Crawford Company building in Walla Walla, Washington. The building stands on the site where the Whitehouse-Crimmins plant had been located. The Whitehouse-Crimmins plant was destroyed by fire in 1903, but it was immediately rebuilt when J.R. Crawford joined with Whitehouse-Crimmins to form the Whitehouse-Crawford Company. The building was used as a mill and furniture manufacturing plant until 1988, when it was acquired by the city of Walla Walla. The building is listed on the Washington Historic Register and the National Register of Historic Places. Fully restored to its original specifications in 2000, …

Steamboat Conference History, Stephen J. Cary

Stephen Cary Documents

This document describes the history of the Steamboat Conference. The Steamboat Conference is an annual collaboration between Pinot Noir winemakers from Oregon and California. Eugene chef Del Pearl, Sunriver sommelier Rick Denton, California winemaker Jim Olsen, and Stephen Cary came up with the idea for the gathering and sharing of knowledge in the fall of 1979. Originally the plan was to alternate locations for the conference between Oregon and California, but after the first four years they decided the Steamboat Inn in Oregon's Umpqua Valley was the best location, and the conference has remained there since. In the last 28 …

James Leigh Cellars Wine Descriptions, James Leigh Cellars

Spofford Station Documents

These proof copies of labels that will adhere to the back of a wine bottle describe the 2003 Walla Walla Valley Spofford Station Merlot, the 2003 Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2003 Walla Walla Valley Palette and the 2003 Walla Walla Valley Spofford Station Syrah, all from James Leigh Cellars. The Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah all received accolades from Wine Enthusiast.

James Leigh Cellars Information Sheet, James Leigh Cellars

Spofford Station Documents

James Leigh Cellars (JLC), doing business as (dba) Spofford Station Vineyard, is owned and operated by Lynne Chamberlain. This document provides a description of the operation and provides details on how Chamberlain is a key participant among viticultural organizations in the Walla Walla Valley. The document also provides award information for JLC wines from 2006-2009.

Lynne Chamberlain Resumé, Lynne Chamberlain

Spofford Station Documents

Born and raised in the Walla Walla Valley, Lynne Chamberlain (owner of Spofford Station) transitioned to viticulture after attending graduate school for education at the University of Maryland. Among many positions, Chamberlain has consulted in marketing and sold real estate, along with participating on a number of civic boards.

Spofford Station Fact Sheet, Spofford Station

Spofford Station Documents

This information sheet on Spofford Station, owned by Lynne Chamberlain, explains that the business produces two wine labels and provides other agriculture products, such as soft wheat, mint, and "pre-marinated" Cabernet cows.

2007 Vintner's Award For James Leigh Cellars, Seattle Wine Awards

Spofford Station Documents

This document recognizes the 2003 Walla Walla Valley Cabernet Sauvignon from James Leigh Cellars, which won a 2007 Vintner's Award at the Seattle Wine Awards in Seattle, Washington. The Vintner's Award recognizes outstanding Washington wines which by panel consensus were eligible for (but which did not receive) the highest honors of Gold, Silver, or Bronze.

2004 Spofford Station Estate Syrah Information Sheet, Spofford Station

Spofford Station Documents

This information sheet describes the 2004 Spofford Station Estate Syrah, recognized in the May 2008 edition of Wine Enthusiast as part of their buying guide. The wine scored 95 points and was named an "Editor's Choice."

Lynne Chamberlain Information Sheet, Lynne Chamberlain

Spofford Station Documents

This information sheet for Lynne Chamberlain, owner of Spofford Station in Walla Walla, Washington, explains how she found her passion in wine while making frequent trips to Napa during her time studying education in Washington, D.C.

2004 Spofford Station Estate Syrah Fact Sheet, Spofford Station

Spofford Station Documents

This information sheet describes Spofford Station's 2004 Estate Syrah. The wine, aged in neutral barrels, is 95% Syrah and 5% Merlot.

Woodward Canyon Japanese Market Wine Fact Sheet, Orca International

Woodward Canyon Winery Documents

Japanese-language wine fact sheets created by Orca International advertise wines from Woodward Canyon Winery in Walla Walla, Washington. Featured wines are Chardonnay, Estate Chardonnay Walla Walla Valley, Barbera, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon Artist Series, and Cabernet Sauvignon Old Vines. Orca International imports and distributes wine from Washington, Oregon, California, and parts of France to restaurants and wine shops throughout Japan.

Walla Walla Vintners Scrapbook, Walla Walla Vintners

Walla Walla Vintners Documents

Events and the early development of Walla Walla Vintners in Walla Walla, Washington are graphically presented in this scrapbook from 1995-1998. The ten-page scrapbook includes photographs of founders Myles Anderson and Gordy Venneri, progress on construction of the Walla Walla Vintners winery, and early production wine labels.

2012 Seattle Wine Awards, Seattle Wine Awards

Walla Walla Vintners Documents

Walla Walla Vintners won the "Gold" Grand Award of Excellence at the 2012 Seattle Wine Awards for their 2009 Malbec, 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon, and 2010 Cabernet Franc. The awards were granted at the 7th Annual Seattle Wine Awards, hosted by the Rainier Club.

Menu Card From The Boeing Yacht Daedalus, Unknown

Walla Walla Vintners Documents

This menu card includes wines from Walla Walla Vintners that were paired with a meal prepared by Chef John Ogburn aboard the Boeing yacht Daedalus. The Walla Walla Vintners wines were a 1997 Cabernet Franc, a 1996 Cuvée, and a 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon. The other wine served was a 1999 Gewürztraminer from Three Rivers Winery.

"Wine Growing Has Had Role In County History" Article, George Abdill

Bjelland Winery Documents

Douglas County Museum curator George Abdill chronicles the history of grape growing in the region, including the first families: Applegate, Von Passl, and Doerner. Abdill speculates there is still missing information about the history of Oregon wine, and he posits that Southern Oregon could be a substantial contributor to the Oregon wine industry. The article is accompanied by a photograph that includes members of the Von Passl and Doerner families.

"Quality Goal At Bjelland Vineyards" Article, Paul Bjelland

Bjelland Winery Documents

Paul Bjelland describes the current development at Bjelland Vineyards, as well as future objectives for the business. A photograph of Paul Bjelland accompanies the article.

Bjelland Vineyards Advertisement, The News-Review

Bjelland Winery Documents

Bjelland Vineyards advertises their tasting room hours and location in an issue of the Roseburg News-Review. The advertisement includes a thank you to all those who supported Bjelland Vineyards in the previous six years.

Douglas County Wineries Article, The News-Review

Bjelland Winery Documents

The locations of wine and vineyard establishments, their names, whether they grow grapes or make wine, and all the varieties grown in Douglas County, Oregon are labeled on a custom map which appeared in an issue of the Roseburg News-Review.

"Production Of Dry Table Wines Zooming" Article, Paul Bjelland

Bjelland Winery Documents

Paul Bjelland of Bjelland Vineyards pens this article published in Roseburg's News-Review. Umpqua Valley, including Bjelland Vineyards, foresees a large expansion of dry table wine production from Cabernet Sauvignon to Pinot-Chardonnay. The article is accompanied by a photograph of Bjelland and Howard Hunsaker transplanting rooted grape stock into peat pots.

"1972 Oregon Vineyards Directory" Article, The News-Review

Bjelland Winery Documents

The '72 Oregon Vineyards Directory (as printed in the Roseburg News-Review) features 25 vineyards larger than one acre throughout Oregon. By 1971, 138.2 acres were planted with wine grapes in Oregon, and vineyards projected significant growth for 1972 and beyond.

Oregon Wine Board Meeting Minutes May 19, 2015, Oregon Wine Board

Oregon Wine Board Documents

These meeting minutes list individuals in attendance and missing at the May 19, 2015 Oregon Wine Board (OWB) meeting, held at the offices of Davis Wright Tremaine in Portland, Oregon. The finance and research committees provided reports. The Board discussed content planning for the Oregon Wine Symposium (OWS), as well as creating a more robust OWB committee structure that would elicit broader industry participation. Dai Crisp and Chad Vargas reported on their trip to Washington, D.C. on behalf of the Northwest Center for Small Fruits Research and the Oregon wine industry. The meeting lasted 2 hours 30 minutes, and the …

Live 2015 Annual Meeting Minutes, Live (Low Input Viticulture & Enology)

LIVE (Low Input Viticulture & Enology) Collection

This document is a record of LIVE's (Low Input Viticulture & Enology) annual meeting on April 7, 2015. Topics covered in the annual meeting include Board elections, a financial report, a membership report, a presentation of the Award for Excellence in Sustainability, an update on certification and education, and partner updates from Salmon Safe, Vinea, the Idaho Wine Commission, the Oregon Wine Board, and the Oregon Winegrowers Association.

Oregon Wine Board Meeting Minutes March 24, 2015, Oregon Wine Board

Oregon Wine Board Documents

These meeting minutes list individuals in attendance at the March 24, 2015 Oregon Wine Board (OWB) meeting, held at Linfield College in McMinnville, Oregon. The research, education, finance, and marketing committees provided reports. The Board discussed research proposals recommended for funding, the 2015-2016 budget, and survey results from the most recent Oregon Wine Symposium (OWS). The meeting lasted 4 hours 11 minutes.

Phillip Devito Letters Of Praise, Phillip Devito

Phillip DeVito Documents

Many letters of thanks and praise were written to Phillip DeVito while he served as maître d’hôtel and cellar master for the fine dining and wine program at Salishan Lodge in Gleneden Beach, Oregon. This sampling includes letters from Bob and Harolyn Thompson (Bob was a wine writer for Sunset magazine), Coleman J. Lesser, Dennis P. Rawlinson, Rodney D. Strong of Sonoma Vineyards, and Verner V. Lindgren. DeVito built award-winning wine lists while at Salishan and also impressed customers with his charm and flair.

Phillip Devito Honors And Awards: Various 01, Phillip Devito

Phillip DeVito Documents

This display presents an overview of Phillip DeVito's collection, complete with medals, awards, photographs, and documents. DeVito was the maître d’hôtel and cellar master for the fine dining and wine program from 1972 to 1994 at Salishan Lodge in Gleneden Beach, Oregon, where he built an award-winning wine collection.

Phillip Devito Honors And Awards: Various 02, Phillip Devito

Phillip DeVito Documents

This image shows an assortment of Phillip DeVito's awards, honors, and wine status symbols. The medallion indicates his membership in the Brotherhood of the Knights of the Vine of Oregon. It was presented to DeVito in 1992 for "Outstanding Service to Oregon Wines."

The wine opener (in the red case) was given for DeVito's participation in the 10th Annual Classic Wines Auction, a benefit sponsored by Metropolitan Family Services. The Portland law firm of Gevurtz, Menashe, Larson, Kurshner & Yates, P.C. gave away the openers.

The wine opener in the green case was given to DeVito for attending a Wine …

Phillip Devito Honors And Awards: Medallions, Phillip Devito

Phillip DeVito Documents

These ceremonial medallions were worn by Phillip DeVito for special events. DeVito had a long career in Oregon wine, including being the maître d’hôtel and cellar master for the fine dining and wine program at Salishan Lodge in Gleneden Beach, Oregon from 1972 to 1994.

(left to right): Oregon Wine Brotherhood, Confrerie de la Chaine des Rotisseurs, Wine Spectator Grand Award, Ceremonial Tastevin of Confrerie de la Chaine des Rotisseurs, as Chef de Table.

Phillip Devito Honors And Awards: Various 03, Phillip Devito

Phillip DeVito Documents

This assortment of objects represents Phillip DeVito's wine expertise. DeVito's long Oregon wine career included being the maître d’hôtel and cellar master for the fine dining and wine program at Salishan Lodge in Gleneden Beach, Oregon from 1972 to 1994.

The goblet was given to DeVito for his role in getting Salishan Lodge nominated as the 1986 Oregon Restaurant of the Year.

The silver cup was presented to DeVito as a Master Sommelier (or "Maestro") on June 1, 1975.

The key is a replica of an early wine cellar key, symbolic of DeVito's role as the keeper of the wine …