Some days, standing at a particular spot where the light spills across the slope of A Blooming Hill Vineyard,

it is possible to believe the world has just begun and life is full of promise. The soft sound of a breeze rusling the vines, the warm touch of sun on emerging fruit, mountains and sky as far off as anyone can see reminds us that there may be nothing quite so wonderful as the simple pleasures given us by natures. At A Blooming Hill Vineyard we revel in the gift of working the land every day and that we are rewarded with its simple and elegant bounty. This is our gift to you in every bottle of A Blooming Hill Vineyard wine. -Holly and Jim Witte

Our vineyard is on a southeast-facing slope in the last hills of the Chehalem Mountain range. Each vine is nestled in windblown, volcanic soil anchored to this basalt range with depths of six to twelve feet. This rich soil produces grapes lavish in the tastes of the earth and its surrounding micro- climate. Each vine is coaxed by hand to produce full, compact clusters. In this unusual microclimate, the 480 foot elevation is protected by higher hills on three sides from any coastal storms or harsh weather changes. The sun warms the grapes throughout the day producing the sugars and flavors into the peak of the afternoon. The grapes are then cooled by the late afternoon and evening ocean breezes that fan down the Columbia River, skirting the coastal range into this, the northern Willamette Valley. This daily cycle is repeated throughout the fall until the grapes are picked at their peak of ripeness. The vines, trained to a Henry trellis, achieve a critical balance of vine growth to berry growth. The bunches ripen in their time – slowly – to achieve the utmost flavors this unusual microclimate can create.

Owner: Holly & Jim Witte
Phone: 503-992-1196
Email: bloominghillvineyards@yahoo.com
Website: www.abloominghillvineyard.com

2008 Pinot Noir

Superbly fruit forward flavor and gorgeous garnet color, a smooth sensation...

$28.00 / Bottle

2009 Pinot Gris

A mild, fruity wine featuring tastes of pear, melon and peach.

$18.00 / Bottle

2010 Mingle

2010 Mingle is a delightful, refreshing white blend of Pinot Gris, Chardonnay...

$15.00 / Bottle

2009 Chardonnay

Clean, crisp, fruity taste with a smooth finish.

$20.00 / Bottle