Drink Seminar: Willamette Valley Chardonnay Ascendant - Meet the New White Burgundy

Presenter: Jessica Endsworth. 

Wine industry insiders have been speculating that Chardonnay, not Pinot Noir, is the varietal that will allow Oregon to rival the illustrious region of Burgundy.  Willamette Valley Chardonnay has recently drawn praise from major publications, renowned French winemakers like Dominique Lafon are setting up shop in the state, and several wineries have planted Chardonnay-only vineyards. Wine educator Jessica Endsworth is here from Oregon to  host this seminar on the current enthusiasm for Oregon Chardonnay, and its future direction. Guests will taste samples from wineries including Stoller, Domaine Drouhin, David Hill Winery, and more.

Wines: 

1. King Estate Chardonnay
2. Adelsheim Chardonnay
3. Archery Summit Eola Amity Hills Chardonnay
4. David Hill 'Estate' Reserve Chardonnay
5. North Valley Vineyards Chardonnay
6. Shea Wine Cellars Chardonnay
7. Stoller Dundee Hills Chardonnay
8. The Eyrie Vineyards Chardonnay
9. Torii Mor Chardonnay
10. Walter Scott Chardonnay
11. Domaine Drouhin Oregon Arthur Chardonnay
12. Bethel Heights Chardonnay

 

Room set-up/format:
Classroom style format

Attire:
Casual, comfortable

Location:
Whistler Conference Centre – room assignments will be posted on site