Brooks does it Again!

Greetings, For the past four months we've been extremely fortunate to be featured on Fox Business' "Strange Inheritance." In celebration of the national attention, we created "Pascal's Packs," hand-selected Brooks wines combined with a free "American Wine Story" DVD and free shipping. Now is your chance to enjoy the wines, savings, and the documentary of which the L.A. Times said, "This film may make you want to pull up stakes and follow these winemakers' journeys."  Complementary ground shipping on Pascal's Packs ends on May 31st.  Wine Club member discounts apply. Shop Now and be part of the Brooks story. Cheers, Janie Brooks

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Iron Chef Eugene

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G'day Mates! Don't miss this great event!  Come and enjoy Eugene's premier culinary competition featuring some of Eugene's finest chefs. Experience the action for yourself as the chefs race the clock and each other to create a masterpiece for our 5-judge panel of experts. Each chef will have an identical kitchen, tools and pantry featuring Oregon grown and raised specialties. The chefs will have only sixty minutes to plan, prepare and plate a delectable entrée for our judges. As an added surprise, the chefs will have a secret ingredient that will be unveiled at the start of the each heat, which must be used in preparing the dish.  Watch as our emcees interview the chefs and judges while the food flies with the action right in front of you!   1ST HEAT: MAY 31ST Enjoy a four course meal, prepared by students from Lane's Culinary program alongside Chef Adam Hammel and Chef Tim Hill, paired with wine from Oregon Wine Lab, as you watch Mikey & Brendan from Belly vs. Taro & Patrick from Mame. When: May 31st, 5-8pm Where: The Center for Meeting & Learning: 4000 East 30th Ave, Building 19, Room 109 Tickets available here Facebook Page       This Thursday: Twisted Tako Anniversary Party! Let's twist and shout and eat and drink to celebrate our good friends Twisted Tako! Special celebration takos, wine specials and live music! We're taking Thirsty Thursday to a whole new level! This Thursday, 5-8pm   This Friday's Music: Henry Cooper, 6-8pm  Our good mate Henry Cooper will be herethis Friday evening to play his guitar and sing the blues! Come give him a warm welcome to our patio!    What We're Drinking: William Rose 2014 Prohibition Rosé Let's do it again! Our 2014 Prohibition Rosé is, like the previous vintage, made of the highest quality Umpqua Valley Sangiovese.  It's pale, it's dry, and is the ideal accompaniment to a roasted fillet of salmon or grilled mussels. $7/glass, $18/bottle Remember: Looking for a venue for your next meeting, birthday party or event? Talk to us about using the "OWL's Nest", AV services, free Wifi, assistance with catering, and of course WINE (private tastings with the winemaker also available). For bookings give us a call or email us at info@oregonwinelab.com, let us help your next be a resounding success!   We always offer a decadent cheese & charcuterie plate for $14. And remember,   Beer on Tap: Oakshire Amber Ale Cider on Tap: Wildcraft Hard Cider Open seven days a week 12-8, and 12-10 Friday, 12-6 Sunday.  We have a range of wines from 3A, Bodner Wine Co, Keeler Estate, La Chouette Vineyards, Spire Mountain Cellars, and William Rose Wines available to taste, by the glass, by the bottle, and to go for the cellar or your next dinner soirée.  To get the latest on our special events including guest winemaker talks, tastings, dinners, and some surprises, please "Like us" on Facebook.  If you have any questions or comments please do not hesitate to give us a call (458 201 7413) or email us at info@oregonwinelab.com. Cheers, Team OWL

Brandborg Rose' of Pinot Noir

Last night we had a meal of grill Portabellos with balsamic, green spices, crumbled blu cheese, zucchini brushed with oil and Turkish spices, and various slaw. I, as the resident meat eater, had chicken thighs slow cooked in Pear and Ginger Chutney.
Pairing such a diverse meal would see to be a match for anyone but we had opened a bottle of the '13 Rose of Pinot Noir by Brandborg Winery the night before for a nightcap so we poured it and were so pleased that we open another bottle. We finished with ripe strawberries and it was the perfect match!
The Rose' has enough complexity that it stand well against the balsamic and spice of the vegetables and mushrooms and it enhances the pear and ginger on the chicken. Wonderful choice! 

Stay Close to Home with Oregon Wine LAB

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G'day Mates! Kick off the (unofficial) start of summer with wines that pair perfectly with outdoor fun and food hot off the barbie!     This Weekend Only - Save 30% on a case of William Rose Merlot! Join us for complimentary tastings from local winemakers, live music, and delicious food on the outside patio or inside the tasting lounge!    Saturday Noon - 10pm Beats: BeetRootBand 6:30-8:30pm Eats: Chef Garrett Kirsch from NorthWest Burgers Treats: Guest Winery Tasting with Kevin Kohlman from Spire Mountain Cellars 3-6pm Sunday Noon - 6pm Beats: Satori Bob 3-5pm Eats: Chef Garrett Kirsch from NorthWest Burgers Treats: Guest Winery Tasting with Micah Bodner from Bodner Wine Co. 1-4pm   Just in time for Summer - new Oregon Wine LAB Swag! Show your LAB Love with brand new T-shirts, Hoodies and Hats!     Facebook Twitter Oregon Wine LAB Email Instagram

Carlton Hill for the Weekend

"Spring is nature's way of saying, 'Let's party!'"   - Robin Williams (1951-2014)

Dear Friends,   I keep thinking that it's just a bad dream: we really haven't lost Robin Williams. Fortunately, as is the way of life, we also have good dreams, like the weather we've been having this winter and spring. We could be experiencing our 20th straight day of rain here in the Pacific Northwest, but instead, we are bathed in beautiful sunshine and there's early bud break in the vineyard. Indeed, everything is making its appearance early this year. Daffodils and tulips have bloomed and faded already. So let the celebration begin. As a starter, we have two good ways to party together this spring. I hope to see you soon.

Saturday, April 25, 2015 "Taste the Place" Wine Tasting   What: More than 25 wine makers in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA (including Carlton Hill and our next-door neighbors) gather to share samples and sell wines to the public. Since many of us small producers don't have tasting rooms, this is a nice way for you to discover new wines from one of the most award-winning AVAs in Oregon.   Where: Anne Amie Vineyards, 6580 NE Mineral Springs Rd, Carlton, OR 97111   When: Saturday, April 25, 2015, 11 - 4 pm   Tickets: $40 per person in advance, $50 at the door. Purchase advance tickets at the Yamhill-Carlton AVA website. (Tickets are limited and have sold out in previous years. We strongly encourage you to buy them before Saturday.)

Sunday, May 24, 2015 Memorial Weekend Barn Tasting   What: It's our semi-annual event in the barn, featuring guests Z'IVO and Copper Belt, along with Andrew Rich Wines. In all, you'll have more than a dozen wines to taste, plus a hearty array of ample nibbles. Take home your wine tasting glass, if you wish, and a souvenir tote bag with your wine purchases.   Where: Carlton Hill Vineyard barn   When: Sunday, May 24, 2015, 12 - 5 pm   Tickets: $20 per person at the door (Carlton Hill Reserve club members free)   For directions, please go to www.carltonhillwines.com. MapQuest, GPS navigators and Google Maps direct people to a portion of Cummins Road that no longer exists.   Best regards,   David C. Polite Carlton Hill Wine Co

Great Rose'

Hello Everyone, Once again we'll pour our wine in two places this Memorial Day weekend.  We hope to see you at one place or the other (or both!).  Just in time for summer, our Rosé of Pinot Noir is back.  We have a limited supply so come pick up what you might need for the warm months ahead, and a few to lay down as our 2014 is crafted for the long haul.  We've also just released our 2013 Chardonnay - Molly's Vineyard, which is also in limited supply (50 cases).  Looking forward to seeing you all this weekend! Memorial Day Weekend at the Vineyard May 23-25, 2015 1 - 5pm each day $10 - includes small bites ($5 refundable w/2 bottle purchase) We'd love to see you here.  We'll be sampling 8 of our wines, including our 2014 Rosé. Memorial Day Weekend at the Winery 14000 NE Quarry Road Newberg, OR  97132 May 23-24, 2015 11am - 5pm $10 - includes a wine glass Chris will be pouring a smaller selection of our wines at the winery. Several other tenant wineries will also share their wines.  Join him at August Cellars on Saturday & Sunday. Have a great Memorial weekend! Sincerely, Chris, Molly, and Darrel 503.638.7323 molly@riberavineyards.com

Up For a Picnic? Brooks!

Memorial Weekend at Brooks 

Saturday, Sunday, and Monday - 11am-5pm

Brooks is THE place to be on Memorial Weekend...the wines, the views, the people, the beer. We will reveal new wine flights featuring the 2012 single vineyard pinots and the 2014 whites.

Oh, and do you like picnics and relaxing? Of course you do. Our upper deck, bottom patio, and BRAND NEW outdoor event space (a bulldozer was involved) will be ready for you. Check it out here and here.

We can't wait to see you! Click Here for map and driving directions.

J Scott Cellars Event Coming!

We are down to the last eight cases of J. Scott Cellars award winning 2012 Zinfandel, and  not many more cases left of our 2012 Avante' red blend!     Call Vicki Piva at 541-232-4225 or email j.scottwineclub@gmail.com to order before it is all gone!

MEMORIAL WINE WEEKEND! J. Scott Cellars Eugene Winery 520 Commercial St., Unit G 541-357-5279 Guest Wineries, Live Music & Light Bites! Friday, May 22, 4-9 pm:  Start off your Memorial Day Weekend with a special Friday Winedown! Along with your J. Scott Cellars favorites you can enjoy wines from guest winery, Poco Collina Vineyard and music from a Tasting Room favorite, Mr. Jeremy Pruitt (5:30-8:30 pm).  Light bites for our guests and food truck, Sammitch, onsite. Saturday, May 23, Noon-9 pm.  Today our special guest winery isCamp Creek Cellars, along with another special guest....Rookshire Lane Cider Co.  The lovely, Jen Sennett, will entertain with her music from 2-5 pm.  Light bites to enjoy and food truck is Trolley Cuisine  (4-9 pm). Sunday, May 24, Noon-5 pm:  Beginning this weekend we will be open Sundays for your convenience!

Friday, May 29, 4-9 pm:  Friday Wine Down!  We welcome back Craig Sorseth and Tom West with their great "Hipbilly" sound (5:30-8:30 pm). Food truck tonight is Localvore. Saturday, May 30, 1-9 pm:  Open all day...and tonight from 6-8 pm you can bring your friends and join us for a rousing game of Wine-O Bingo with lots of laughs (and some fun prizes)!  Food truck tonight is Sporks a la Cart. Sunday, May 31, 1-5 pm:  Open Sundays for your convenience!  J. Scott Cellars Yachats Tasting Room Fridays: 1-6 pm  Saturdays:  12-6 pm  Sundays:  12-5 pm 541-547-3833 504 Hwy. 101, Yachats

Saturday, June 6, is the first ever Urban Barrel Tour! Details & tickets available at South Willamette Wineries Assoc.

BIKE FOR WINE! Did you know that J. Scott Cellars winery is located just two blocks off of the Fern Ridge Bike Path?   Easy ride from east Eugene or start a tour here and end with a glass of wine!  The western portion of the path meanders through a nature preserve of native prairie and wetlands running along Amazon Creek and is only 7.4 miles roundtrip from the winery!  Either ride, all you have to do is exit off off on Nolan St. to 7th, east to Commercial and north to the winery.    J. Scott Cellars Bike Path