This week’s Wine Crush Podcast takes us deep into the heart of Oregon wine country with two outstanding wineries: Dennison Cellars and Phelps Creek Vineyards. 🍷

Founded by winemaker Tim Wilson, Denison Cellars has earned a loyal following for producing elegant, small-lot wines that showcase the unique character of Oregon vineyards. Meanwhile, Phelps Creek Vineyards has become a Columbia Gorge icon, crafting award-winning wines from estate vineyards perched high above the Hood River Valley with breathtaking views and exceptional growing conditions.

In this episode, we explore the history, passion, challenges, and victories behind these remarkable wine brands. You’ll hear firsthand stories about vineyard life, winemaking philosophy, and what continues to drive Oregon’s thriving wine industry forward.

Grab a glass, hit play, and join us for another unforgettable conversation celebrating the people and places behind great wine. 🍇🎧

Listen now and discover why Oregon wine continues to earn recognition around the world!

This week on Wine Crush Podcast, we’re headed to the stunning Dundee Hills to visit Furioso Vineyards, where art, family, and world-class wine come together in spectacular fashion.

Founded on a historic vineyard first planted in 1972, Furioso’s Dundee estate features 10 acres of mature vines perched on sun-drenched south-facing slopes. Their portfolio expanded with the addition of the Trovato Vineyard in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA, creating an all estate-grown winery with more than 30 acres under vine across two renowned Oregon wine regions. (Furioso Vineyards)

In this episode, we dive into the story behind Furioso’s breathtaking vineyards, organic farming practices, Italian heritage, and the pursuit of terroir-driven Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. From old-vine fruit to architectural beauty, every detail of this winery reflects passion, craftsmanship, and a deep connection to the land.

If you love Oregon wine, Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, vineyard stories, and the people behind the bottle, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

On this episode of Wine Crush Podcast, we explore two wineries redefining what Oregon wine can look and feel like through entirely different lenses.

We first head to Balsall Creek, a family-owned winery nestled in the Chehalem Mountains AVA just north of the Dundee Hills. Founded by Jon and Lesli Owens, whose Oregon roots stretch back to the 1850 Oregon Trail era, Balsall Creek combines deep agricultural heritage with a modern vision for luxury Willamette Valley wine. Their estate vineyard is LIVE Certified, Salmon Safe Certified, dry-farmed, hand-harvested and powered with a strong sustainability mission. Alongside Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, they are also producing exciting varietals including Gamay Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Aligoté and Pinot Meunier with an eye toward true Champagne-style sparkling wines. (Balsall Creek)

Then we shift gears with Henderson Avenue Wine and founder Tiquette Bramlett, one of the most impactful voices in modern Oregon wine. Henderson Avenue is built around accessibility, storytelling, music, culture and community, creating wines meant to bring people together rather than intimidate them. Tiquette also continues to shape the industry through leadership roles, nonprofit advocacy and mentorship focused on diversity and inclusion within wine. (Henderson Ave)

This episode is a conversation about legacy, innovation, authenticity and the many ways wine can create connection.

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