Oregon Wine Region
13,000 hectares (32,000 acres) / 800 wineries
Oregon has a cooler climate than California.
The climate, much like like Burgundy in France, makes it perfect for producing "cold climate" wines like Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, and Riesling.
The premier region is the Willamette Valley, which worldwide reputation Pinot Noir wines.
| Grape | Acres |
|---|---|
| Pinot Noir | 25,000 |
| Pinot Gris | 5,700 |
| Chardonnay | 2,700 |
| Cabernet Sauvignon | 1,600 |
| Riesling | 1,000 |
| Syrah | 1,700 |
| Merlot | 800 |
| Riesling | 500 |
| Source: University of Oregon 2022 | |
| Region | Acres |
| North Wilamette Valley | 24,500 |
| South Wilamette Valley | 4,600 |
| Rouge Valley | 6,000 |
| Umpqua Valley | 3,900 |
| Columbia River | 2,200 |
US Wine Production 2023
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Chardonnay Cabernet Sauvignon Pinot Noir Merlot Zinfandel Syrah Sauvignon Blanc Pinot Gris / Grigio Petit Sirah RieslingUSA is New World
