One of the historic spots in the Willamette Valley, Rex Hill began back in 1992 and continues to share their legacy today. Winemaker Michael Davies has a longstanding history making Pinot Noir. Originally from a small town in New Zealand, Michael completed a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Scandinavian Studies and Political Science at the University of Auckland leading to some unusual jobs, before returning to Lincoln University for a post-graduate diploma in Viticulture & Enology. Prior to joining Rex Hill and A to Z, he served as Vineyard Manager and Assistant Winemaker for 6 years at Chehalem, as well as in Burgundy, California, the Hunter Valley of Australia and numerous regions of New Zealand.
Michael has crafted some beautiful new wines for Rex Hill. I adored his 2018 Rex Hill ‘Seven Soils’ Chardonnay (OB, 92) which brilliantly speaks to the vintage with its good richness and great sense of texture. This is a sure bet for any serious lover of Oregon Chardonnay. Learn more about these great wines at
2018 Rex Hill ‘Seven Soils’ Chardonnay- The 2018 ‘Seven Soils’ was stored in 90% neutral French oak prior to bottling, as this blends a range of vineyards and finished resting for three months in stainless steel. This is a fresh and beautifully textured version of Oregon Chardonnay, with buttered French bread, honeydew melon and lemon rind flavors that combine with plenty of stony minerals. Enjoy this outstanding new wine over the next eight years. Drink 2022-2030- 92
2018 Rex Hill ‘Willamette Valley’ Pinot Noir- Bright red currants combine with loamy soils, wild mushroom and orange zest flavors on the palate. Enjoy this medium-bodied effort over the next five to seven years. Drink 2022-2026- 90
2018 Rex Hill ‘Chehalem Mountains’ Pinot Noir- A fresher style for the vineyard, this unveils ripe red cherry and pomegranate seed flavors alongside a dusting of volcanic earth and citrus rind tones on the palate. Medium-bodied and filled with finesse, this will surely cellar well over the next decade. Drink 2022-2032- 91
