An old vine heavy with unthinned Pinot Noir grape clusters at a vineyard owned by Ken Wright. ## Photo provided by Ken Wright Cellars

The Science behind the Sip

A look at the research improving Oregon wine

An old vine heavy with unthinned Pinot Noir grape clusters at a vineyard owned by Ken Wright. ## Photo provided by Ken Wright Cellars

The Science behind the Sip

Latino makers, from left: Ricardo Antunez, chef and cofounder of Latino Makers Food & Wine; Dustin Joseph, Biscuit & Pickles Catering; Elena Rodriguez, Alumbra Cellars and cofounder of Latino Makers Food & Wine; Gabriel Jagle, Scenic Valley Farms; Adrian Cornejo, Nueva Aventura. ## Photo by Molly Bailey

¡Viva Convivio!

Latino Makers Food & Wine Convivio unites community, food and wine

Latino makers, from left: Ricardo Antunez, chef and cofounder of Latino Makers Food & Wine; Dustin Joseph, Biscuit & Pickles Catering; Elena Rodriguez, Alumbra Cellars and cofounder of Latino Makers Food & Wine; Gabriel Jagle, Scenic Valley Farms; Adrian Cornejo, Nueva Aventura. ## Photo by Molly Bailey

¡Viva Convivio!

Enjoy the Country Music Block Party at Red Lily Vineyards. ## Photo by John Valls, Courtesy of the Oregon Wine Board

First Place, Rogue Style

America’s No. 1 wine region celebrates Labor Day by combining Wine With Everything

Enjoy the Country Music Block Party at Red Lily Vineyards. ## Photo by John Valls, Courtesy of the Oregon Wine Board

First Place, Rogue Style

Michele and her brother sitting on her pony Pepper ## Photo by Michele Francisco

Your Nose Knows

Life experiences make everyone a qualified wine taster

Michele and her brother sitting on her pony Pepper ## Photo by Michele Francisco

Your Nose Knows

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Oregon Wine Country Getaway Guide

Abbey Road Farm

Abbey Road Farm

10280 NE Oak Springs Farm Road
Carlton, OR 97111
503-687-3100 | abbeyroadfarm.com
                    

The Boutique Retreat

The Boutique Retreat

910 NE Alpine Avenue
McMinnville, OR 97128
503-563-0505 | theboutiqueretreat.com
                    

Chehalem Ridge Bed and Breakfast

Chehalem Ridge Bed and Breakfast

28700 NE Mountain Top Road
Newberg, OR 97132
503-538-3474 | chehalemridge.com
                    

Columbia Gorge Hotel & Spa

Columbia Gorge Hotel & Spa

4000 Westcliff Drive
Hood River, OR 97031
541-386-5566 | columbiagorgehotel.com
                    

The Compass McMinnville

The Compass McMinnville

706 SE First Street
McMinnville, OR 97128
503-583-2677 | compassmcminnville.com
                    

Fairfield by Marriott Newberg

Fairfield by Marriott Newberg

900 Brutscher Streett
Newberg, OR 97132
971-281-8300 | fairfieldnewberg.com
                       

McMenamins Hotel Oregon

McMenamins Hotel Oregon

310 NE Evans Street
McMinnville, OR 97128
503-472-8427 | mcmenamins.com/hotel-oregon
                    

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Kitchenette Parking Comp Bites
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FOOD

Burrata, Farro and Summer Stone Fruit Salad

Our Burrata, Farro & Summer Stone Fruit Salad is a natural pairing for Chehalem Wines’ Chardonnay. The wine’s bright acidity complements the vinaigrette, while its texture mirrors the creaminess of the burrata. Notes of peach and plum echo the fresh summer fruit, and the wine’s body stands up beautifully to the farro and olive oil. Together, the flavors and textures create a pairing that feels effortless and indulgent, with just the right balance of richness and freshness.

Sumac Lime Corn Ribs with Sikil Pak

At Javelina, we feel Albariño pairs well with this dish. The acidity mirrors the acidity of the wine, while cutting through the richness of the pumpkin seeds in the sikil pak. Rather than competing, the lime and sumac match the citrus of the Albariño in a way that allows more delicate flavors of the wine to come forward.

Headliner Status

Nicolas-Jay’s Chef Dinner Series brings star power to the Willamette Valley

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NEWS / FEATURES

A New Adventure

Nueva Aventura is rooted in Hood River’s farming traditions

Venture Down the Dark Hollow

South African roots blend with the Rogue Valley

In Memoriam: Michael (Mikey) Norman Donahue

A tribute written by his brother Nic Donahue

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COMMENTARY

More Grape Explications

Musings of a Practiced Wine Writer

In the Making

Harvest is a moment of possibility, patience and trust 

Buen Camino

Two Rogue Valley vineyard families and the ancient road that followed them home

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