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The 25 Best Sparkling Wines for 2024 (That Aren’t Champagne or Prosecco)

By Vinepair December 18, 2024

"There’s a big world out there with a wide range of sparkling wine to be had outside of the two powerhouse regions of France and Italy. A lot of amazing, even life- changing, bubbles from Oregon and Maryland to Italy and Spain. We were so excited to taste through hundreds of bottles of bubbly, and as we did, one thing became very clear: The U.S. is not playing when it comes to this category. 

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At the western crest of the Eola-Amity Hills AVA near Salem, Ore., lies Bryn Mawr Vineyards, Welsh for high hill. With influence from the Pacific Ocean and an elevation as high as 900 feet above sea level, it’s definitely one of the highest vineyard sites in the region. A great spot for Pinot Noir. Especially a sparkling Pinot Noir! This is Bryn Mawr’s Pinot Noir-based American Sparkler they brought on board in 2018 and we are so glad they did. It has a savory nose with hints of pear and fennel. The palate is fabulously quenching with calm but present bubbles."

 

The Seventh Annual World’s Largest Blind Tasting of American Sparkling Wine

By The Drunken Cyclist December 18, 2024

"This month was the Seventh Annual World’s Largest Blind Tasting of American Sparkling Wine, which featured 48 sparkling wines from California and Oregon.

2018 Bryn Mawr Vineyards Pinot Noir Blanc de Noirs, Eola – Amity Hills, Willamette Valley, OR: Retail $85. 100% Pinot Noir. A nose with some red delicious apple coming through. Medium straw color. Great fruit on the palate—the red delicious (slightly under ripe) comes through along with an intense tartness and a hint of yeast. Excellent. 92 Points."

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These Are Some Of The Best Oregon Sparkling Wines For Gift Giving

By Forbes December 2024

"Oregon is now a top destination for world-class sparkling wine and should be on every wine lover’s radar—this is your guide to some of the best the state has to offer.

Bryn Mawr 2018 Blanc de Noirs: A dry, zesty bubbly that spent six months in barrel prior to five years aging on the lees. Notes of shortbread and biscuit over citrus and fresh-cut pear make it a delight to drink."

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Slow Your Roll

By Oregon Wine Press November 29, 2024

"A slower time for wineries is prime time for Slow Wine field coordinators. Following last April’s kickoff, we tasted with producers of “good, clean and fair” wines in California, Oregon, Washington and New York made from grapes grown without synthetic herbicides. We then prepared entries with brief descriptions of the principals and history, vineyards, wines and farming practices. For the Slow Wine Guide USA 2025 edition, I visited 24 wineries in the Willamette Valley. Highlights follow.

Jon and Kathy Lauer acquired Bryn Mawr Vineyards in 2009, and, with the help of winemaker and vineyard director, Rachel Rose, grew the site. Winds from the Van Duzer Corridor play a significant role in the wines Rose crafts. Her 2021 Estate Pinot Noir, fermented with 35 percent whole clusters, contributes aromas of cinnamon, forest floor, herbs, dark cherry with a hint of violet. The young palate exhibits excellent balance and structure."

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December 2024 Cellar Selects: Libations for Celebrations

By Oregon Wine Press December 2024

"Enjoy these top picks during the holidays!

Bryn Mawr 2018 Blanc de Noirs: Nervy acidity and foamy bubbles dance on the palate, captivating first with smells of fresh sourdough, honeystick, earthy mushrooms and zesty lemons. Vibrant citrus flavors of tart lemons, white grapefruit and a touch of lemon zest make for a lively character, culminating in an extended finale. $85"

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2022 Bryn Mawr Vineyards Pinot Noir Estate, USA, Oregon, Willamette, Eola-Amity Hills, Wine Review

By IntoWine October 22, 2024

"Wow, this was good.  My first time trying this estate Pinot Noir.  It's slightly on the more fruit forward side of Oregon Pinots but by no means over the top.  Deep ruby in color, mostly opaque and bright.  The nose is big with sour cherries, black cherries, spice and slight earthy notes.  Full bodied.  Light tannins.  Good energy and balance.  On the palate, this is tasty and drinking well.  Flavors of black cherries, sour cherries, baking spice, with and earthy under layer.  Good finish.  This is delicious on its own and would work nicely with chicken or other fowl.  Drink over the next eight to ten years.

Grade: A
Score: 93"

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October 2024 Cellar Selects: Hidden Gems

By Oregon Wine Press October 2024

"Savor these less common whites!

Bryn Mawr Vineyards 2023 David’s Block Estate Pinot Blanc, Eola-Amity Hills Woody aromas evolve into scents of grilled peaches, jasmine flowers and wet stone. Snow leopard melon, apricot and honeydew enhance the mineral flavors while oranges supply extra brightness and fruity depth. $35"

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Naked Grazing: Flocking to the Vineyards

By Capital Press September 5, 2024

"Naked Grazing’s flocks move from vineyard to vineyard — about 2,000 acres in Oregon and Washington — as they churn weeds and cover crops into fertilizer. Bjornson Vineyard and neighboring Bryn Mawr and Bethel Heights wineries have created a “Sheep Share” program connected to Naked Grazing, inviting visitors to watch as the flocks move among the three vineyards in the spring."

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August 2024 Cellar Selects: Aromatic Elegance

By Oregon Wine Press August 2024

Add these wines to your summer drinking list!

Bryn Mawr Vineyards 2023 Estate Riesling, Eola-Amity Hills: Scents reminiscent of fresh rain summon a clean, invigorating freshness, while lemongrass lends an herbaceous touch. Lemon bars, cotton candy and honeysuckle lead to a delicate aromatic sweetness. Each taste delivers a vivacious citrusy experience with lemon curd, Key lime pie and lemon zest. The overall flavor profile, tart and mouthwatering, invigorates the palate. $35

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Why Oregon Winemakers Are Trading Their Pinot Noir for Chardonnay

By Robb Report June 2024

"The saying “If it grows together, it goes together” is generally considered to have a culinary connotation, but it can also be applied to Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, two Burgundy natives that thrive side by side in multiple wine regions around the world. Robb Report has covered the rise of both varieties in Oregon’s Willamette Valley over the past several years, and it seems that although Pinot Noir was the star and Chardonnay held a supporting role, the white varietal is coming into its own in the Beaver State and may soon eclipse the popularity of its darker-hued relative. As consumers’ thirst for Chardonnay continues unabated and producers view it through a new lens, the varietal has found itself on the fast track to success in Oregon, with many vintners and growers planting or grafting prized blocks once reserved for Pinot Noir to Chardonnay."

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