Van Duzer Corridor- Willamette Valley

Formally recognized on December 13, 2018; for decades, winemakers and winegrowers have extolled the virtues associated with the Van Deuzer afternoon wind influences. Called the “Van Duzer effect,” it truly has a significant impact of style for the wines, of this and some of the neighboring regions.

Temperatures dramatically affected with 20-30 degree drops in late afternoons, have longer hangtimes throughout the season. They are a necessity to incorporate these swings in temperatures; and, more often than not, flavor development is ahead of sugar development. This then offers lower potential alcohols. Skin of the grapes tend to become thicker from the winds, resulting in less juice to skin ratio, and often provide wines which have a savoryness, displaying tightly wound energy at their core.

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Formally recognized on December 13, 2018; for decades, winemakers and winegrowers have extolled the virtues associated with the Van Deuzer afternoon wind influences. Called the “Van Duzer effect,” it truly has a significant impact of style for the wines, of this and some of the neighboring regions.

Temperatures dramatically affected with 20-30 degree drops in late afternoons, have longer hangtimes throughout the season. They are a necessity to incorporate these swings in temperatures; and, more often than not, flavor development is ahead of sugar development. This then offers lower potential alcohols. Skin of the grapes tend to become thicker from the winds, resulting in less juice to skin ratio, and often provide wines which have a savoryness, displaying tightly wound energy at their core.

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Savvy travelers and outdoor enthusiasts have long appreciated this region’s natural bounties. Grapevines have been grown here since the 1840’s, historically making it Oregon’s first, oldest vine-growing area. In the last couple of decades, Rogue Valley has a new generation of winemakers, who have taken the baton from their historic predecessors and picked up the pace. This region’s uniqueness stems from its multi-faceted diversity in climate conditions, elevations, soil types, and exposures. It is truly, one of those rare pockets where such a phenomenon exists. It actually presents a tantalizing opportunity for vine-growers, winemakers, and ultimately wine enthusiasts. From crisp, minerally white wines, to dense, bold reds (and pretty much everything in between), winemaking can be done and at the highest levels.

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Many a wine drinker has, and many more have yet, experienced the wonders of this burgeoning wine region. It is located within southern Oregon’s Rogue Valley, about 50 miles north of California’s border. The beautifully scenic Applegate Valley is surrounded by the coastal Siskiyou Mountains, influencing the region’s climate and weather patterns. A myriad of natural phenomenon – granitic based soils, goldilocks location, elevation, and climate – all provide the necessary elements for world-class potential.

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