Today we share the Rose wines of Chehalem and Stoller. I wanted to give my heartfelt remembrances to Oregon wine icon, Bill Stoller who I chatted with last year. Stoller dates back to 1993 when Bill Stoller acquired a family property from his cousin. Immediately Stoller saw potential to grow world class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Two years after the acquisition he planted 10 acres each of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay and fast forward to today the vineyard is now the largest contiguous vineyard in Oregon's Dundee Hills. The property spans 400 acres, with 225 acres focused on growing vines at elevations ranging from 220 to 640 feet. Ten varietals are planted in this vineyard, including Viognier, Pinot Meunier and even Aligote.
The new wines were awesome and Chehalem winemaker Katie Santora has created another outstanding Rose. I really enjoyed the 2025 Chehalem ‘Willamette Valley’ Rose (OB, 90) which is very fresh and shows beautiful red fruits.Learn more about these outstanding Oregon housesat https://www.stollerfamilyestate.com and chehalemwines.com and here are my reviews of the the beautiful new wines by Stoller and Chehalem.
2025 Chehalem Rose- The 2025 Chehalem Rose offers delicate red rose water and strawberry fruit flavors alongside good tension on the palate. Smooth, with good viscosity, enjoy now. Drink 2026-2031- 90
2025 Stoller Rose- The 2025 Stoller Rose is rich and ripe on the mouth. Layers of satsuma orange zest combine with juicy peach and kiwi tones alongside delicate red fruits on the palate. Drink 2026-2031- 91