Oregon wine

Although the wine industry in Oregon was only set up professionally in the 1960s, the U.S. state of Oregon to California now plays a significant role in American viticulture.

With now 303 wineries, the wine tourism is a major source of income in 2004, government revenues were estimated by tourism to nearly $ 92 million. This amount does not include the sale of wine from the wine cellar.

Varieties

In 2005, the following varieties were the most significant:

  • Pinot noir 3226 hectares ( 7974 acres ),
  • Pinot gris 479 hectare ( 1184 acre)
  • Chardonnay 340 hectare ( 842 acre)
  • Merlot 222 hectare (550 acre)
  • Riesling 212 hectare ( 524 acre)

This is followed by Cabernet Sauvignon, Gewürztraminer, Müller -Thurgau, Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon and Syrah. Play only a minor role Arneis Baco Noir, Baco Noir, Chenin Blanc, Dolcetto, Gamay, Grenache, Maréchal Foch, Malbec, Nebbiolo, Petite Syrah, Sangiovese, Tempranillo, Viognier and Zinfandel. In addition to classic still wines sparkling wines, late harvest, ice wines and dessert wines are produced.

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