
NORTHERN
WILLAMETTE VALLEY

Ken Wright
Hailed as the Master of Oregon Pinot Noir,
Ken Wright and his gorgeous
wines are back!

Château Valcombe
‘Epicure’

‘Epicure’, Ventoux, 2016
60% Grenache/25% Carignan/15% Syrah
Tasting Notes
Purity of fruit, unadulterated by heavy oak. Intense red, black and blue fruit, olive brine, black pepper and savoury herbs.


Over 40 years of wine making has taught Ken a simple truth: source is everything.
Located, in rural Carlton, Oregon, Ken Wright Cellars is devoted to producing wine that showcases the inherent quality of world class vineyard sites. With a clarity and breadth that is unequaled, Pinot Noir is the ultimate vehicle for conveying the aroma, flavor and texture of the location in which it is grown.
Their approach to the craft of wine growing is one of stewardship rather than manipulation. They use organic certified practices as a base and expand upon that with advanced nutrition-based farming. By analyzing both the soil profile and vines, maintaining proper crop levels, personally sampling each vineyard, and hand-sorting each cluster, they ensure that the inherent character in the fruit is revealed in the finished wine.
Minimal handling of wine is essential to preserve what it is; a gift of nature.
Ken Wright Cellars produces three tiers of Pinot Noir - all stamped with the ‘Oregon Promise’ and all serving as an educational experience about the importance that geology and farming play in the Willamette Valley.
The first tier, Willamette Valley Pinot, is an introduction to the diverse qualities of the region, a blend of gorgeous grapes from the single vineyards.
The second tier or AVA Series are the Yin and the Yang of the area driven by the geology of the sites - either volcanic or marine.
The third tier, 13 single vineyards of KWC, are the ultimate expression of Pinot in this area and the ultimate connection of people to place.
From Shea to Carter to Canary to Bonny Jean, each wine tells their own story of the highest quality, all beautifully different and equally priced.
A pioneer, an inspiration and an advocate of recognizing world class wines in Oregon,
Ken Wright’s reputation as the Master of Pinot Noir in Oregon is undisputed.
Terribly missed and long overdue, we welcome back Ken Wright Cellars with open arms and are very proud to bring them home to you.
What to expect
Willamette Valley AVA
Chardonnay

Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon, Chardonnay, 2023
100% Chardonnay
Tasting Notes
Crisp and refreshing fruits of Meyer lemon, grapefruit, and honeydew melon dance on the palate. Notes of honeysuckle, vanilla bean, and wet stone are supported by vibrant acidity with a juicy clean finish.


Willamette Valley AVA Pinot Noir

Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon, 2022
100% Pinot Noir
Tasting Notes
Floral notes of magnolia, rose, and candied red fruits play with gentle touches of cinnamon and clove on the nose. Flavors of generous red cherry, raspberry, and plum swirl with subtle notes of vanilla cream.


AVA Series Yamhill-Carlton Pinot Noir
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Yamhill-Carlton AVA, Oregon, 2021
100% Pinot Noir
Tasting Notes
Layers of tart cherry, raspberry and rhubarb mingle with hints of strawberry blossom and cedar. Lively on the palate with gentle velvet tannins.


AVA Series Eola-Amity Pinot Noir
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Eola-Amity AVA, Oregon, 2021
100% Pinot Noir
Tasting Notes
Dark notes of juicy blackberry, ripe plum and blueberry. Generous and lingering on the finish with notes of orange peel and hibiscus.


SavoyaVineyard
Pinot Noir
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Savoya Vineyard, Yamhill-Carlton AVA, Oregon, 2022
100% Pinot Noir
Tasting Notes
Savory, floral and spice focused—Fruits
of black plum, Bing cherry and cranberry
are met with captivating notes of cola,
lavendar, sassafras and black tea for
a densely structured and complex finish.


Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir

Shea Vineyard,
Eola-Amity AVA, Oregon, 2022
100% Pinot Noir
Tasting Notes
Savory, floral and spice focused—Bursting
with black cherry and bramble berries,
the palate is juicy and lithe with savory
hints of cola, rose petal and milk chocolate.

Latchkey Vineyard
Pinot Noir
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Latchkey Vineyard, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon, 2022
100% Pinot Noir
Tasting Notes
Red fruit focused—A core of blueberry,
strawberry and black plum are lush on
the palate. Notes of white flowers,
honeycomb and cedar mingle in a
supple, complex finish.


McCrone Vineyard Pinot Noir
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McCrone Vineyard, Yamhill-Carlton AVA, Oregon, 2022
100% Pinot Noir
Tasting Notes
Savory, floral and spice focused—Brooding
red and black bramble fruits shine in a
bouquet of warming spices, rose petal
and umami complexity. Lush and full
bodied on the palate with lively texture.


Freedom Hill Vineyard
Pinot Noir

Freedom Hill Vineyard, Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon, 2022
100% Pinot Noir
Tasting Notes
Savory, floral and spice focused— Complex layers of passionfruit, cherry and raspberry are surrounded by honeysuckle and woody notes of cedar and sandalwood.
