Wine Crush Podcast is hosted by Heidi Moore, a wine enthusiast and winery/agriculture insurance agent with Country Financial. She’s born and raised in Tillamook, Oregon! Thank you to our sponsor, Country Financial!
In this episode, we’re talking with Airlie Winery and Varnum Vintners! One being women-owned and operated, as well as dog-friendly, and LIVE certified. The other focuses on small-production and emphasizes working with the wines they love as well as a bit of experimentation. Tune in for another episode, and be sure to download or subscribe, and follow us on social media!
Mary Olson, Owner, Airlie Winery
Liz Clark, Winemaker, Airlie Winery
Cyler Varnum, Winemaker/ Owner, Varnum Vintners
Winery Bios:
Airlie Winery
Nestled in the coastal mountain range on the western edge of the Willamette Valley, the inviting setting, complete with a picnic area and pond, extends any plans for just a brief stop. Located in the Heart of the Willamette Valley, Corvallis, Salem, Albany, Dallas and Monmouth are just a short drive away.
Thirty acres of grapes consisting of nine varietals: Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling, Müller Thurgau, Gewürztraminer, Maréchal Foch, and Muscat Ottonel make up sixty-five percent of the grapes used in making Airlie Wines. BeckenRidge Vineyard, located 20 miles away west of Dallas Oregon, supplies the remaining grapes.
Varnum Vintners
At Varnum Vintners our passion is to make delicious, small production wines that have a clear expression of vineyard and vintage. We make the wines we love and experiment with new grapes and styles that peak our interest. Our focus is on old vine Riesling, Pinot Noir and Sparkling Wines. Our hope is to share these wines with people whom share our love of wine and the experience of wine country.