​On its face, Oregon sparkling wine is a no-brainer. Cool-climate grapes, with a focus on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, are the lynchpins of Willamette Valley viticulture. Soils—though not the Kimmeridgian chalk found in southern Champagne and other regions of France—do have some spots where ancient sea beds have risen to the surface. 

Soter Vineyards, Yamhill-Carlton District Brut Rosé    2014

Aromas : Dried strawberry baked bread rose. 
Primary Flavors : yellow apple tart summer berries. 
Secondary Flavors : Almond shortcake blood orange. 
Finish : Lively bright lengthy.
​$85.    Special order