The Passion for Pinot McMinnville sits in the heart of Oregon wine country, where Pinot Noir reigns supreme. First cultivated in France over 2,000 years ago, this notoriously finicky grape thrives in the Willamette Valley’s cool climate and soils. In the 1960s, local pioneers saw the similarities to Burgundy and proved the world wrong—by 1979, Oregon Pinot was competing with France’s best. Today, Pinot Noir makes up 60% of Oregon vineyards. Loved for its elegance, red berry and earthy notes, and unmatched food-pairing versatility, it has become the region’s calling card. In McMinnville, tasting Pinot is more than drinking wine—it’s experiencing the spirit of this place. Read Article
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