Oregon Wines on Wine Spectator’s Top 100 List for 2023

Oregon is once again well-represented on Wine Spectator’s Top 100 list for 2023, with 10 wines making the cut. This is a testament to the quality and consistency of Oregon’s winemaking, which has been praised by critics and consumers alike for decades.

The top-ranked Oregon wine on the list is the 2018 Domaine Drouhin Oregon Pinot Noir, which received a score of 97 points. This wine is made from grapes grown in the Dundee Hills AVA, and it is characterized by its complex flavors of red fruit, spice, and earth. It is a beautiful wine that is sure to please any Pinot Noir lover.

Other Oregon wines that made the Top 100 list include:

• 2019 Argyle Pinot Noir (96 points)
• 2019 Penner-Ash Pinot Noir (96 points)
• 2019 Soter Pinot Noir (96 points)
• 2019 WillaKenzie Estate Pinot Noir (95 points)
• 2019 Adelsheim Pinot Noir (95 points)
• 2019 Bergstrom Pinot Noir (95 points)
• 2019 Cristom Pinot Noir (95 points)
• 2019 Domaine Serene Pinot Noir (95 points)
• 2019 Evenstad Family Vineyards Pinot Noir (95 points)

These wines are all excellent examples of the quality and diversity of Oregon’s Pinot Noir. If you are a fan of this varietal, be sure to seek out one of these wines to enjoy.

In addition to the Pinot Noirs, Oregon was also represented on the Top 100 list with a Chardonnay from the Chehalem Mountains AVA. The 2019 Stoller Vineyards Chardonnay received a score of 94 points. This wine is made from grapes grown in the Chehalem Mountains, which are known for their cool climate and limestone soils. The result is a Chardonnay that is elegant and refreshing, with flavors of citrus, apple, and minerality.

The inclusion of these Oregon wines on Wine Spectator’s Top 100 list is a testament to the quality and diversity of the state’s wine industry. Oregon is a world-class wine region, and these wines are a great example of what the state has to offer.

Argyle

Argyle is one of the most iconic wineries in Oregon. It is located in the Ribbon Ridge AVA, which is known for its cool climate and sandy soils. Argyle produces some of the best Pinot Noir in the world, and its wines are highly sought-after by collectors.

Penner-Ash

Penner-Ash is another top-rated winery in Oregon. It is located in the Willamette Valley, and it has been producing award-winning wines since 1979. Penner-Ash is known for its elegant Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays.

Soter

Soter is a small, family-owned winery that is known for producing some of the most complex and expressive Pinot Noirs in Oregon. Soter’s wines are made from carefully selected grapes grown in the Dundee Hills AVA.

WillaKenzie Estate

WillaKenzie Estate is a newer winery, but it has quickly made a name for itself. The winery is located in the WillaKenzie AVA, which is known for its rugged terrain and cool climate. WillaKenzie Estate produces some of the most powerful and concentrated Pinot Noirs in Oregon.

Adelsheim

Adelsheim is one of the oldest wineries in Oregon. It was founded in 1971, and it is located in the Chehalem Mountains AVA. Adelsheim is known for its elegant and balanced Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays.

Bergstrom

Bergstrom is a small, family-owned winery that is located in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA. Bergstrom is known for its Pinot Noirs, which are made from carefully selected grapes grown in the winery’s own vineyards.

Cristom

Cristom is a small, boutique winery that is located in the Eola-Amity Hills AVA. Cristom is known for its Pinot Noirs, which are made from carefully selected grapes grown in the winery’s own vineyards.

Domaine Serene

Domaine Serene is a world-renowned winery that is located in the Dundee Hills AVA. Domaine Serene produces some of the most expensive and sought-after Pinot Noirs in the world.

These are just a few of the many great wineries in Oregon. If you are a wine lover, I highly recommend visiting one of these wineries. You will not be disappointed.

In addition to the quality of the wine, these wineries also offer a variety of other experiences that make them worth visiting. Many of the wineries offer tours and tastings, and some even have restaurants or cafes where you can enjoy a meal paired with wine. The wineries are also located in some of the most beautiful parts of Oregon, so you can enjoy the scenery while you are there.

If you are planning a trip to Oregon, be sure to add some of these wineries to your itinerary. You will not be disappointed.