Proprietors Christie and Dick Reed met in Chicago in 1977

while both were independent floor traders at the Chicago Board Options Exchange. A chance introduction to Master of Wine John Salvi, and subsequent visit to Bordeaux fired Christie's first interest in the world of fine wine.

Additionally, Chicago became the wine auction capital of the United States in the 1980s, and there were many educational opportunities and notable wine luminaries in the area. The Reeds did a lot of exploring in the exploding California wine regions at this time.

The hubbub of the big city proved unappealing to the Reeds after their three children were born in the 1980s. They settled on Hood River as an ideal place to raise the family and they picked up and moved to Oregon in 1992.

The quality grapes of Wy’East Vineyard lured the Reeds into the wine business in 1996. In 2001, the Reeds entered a partnership with Mt. Hood Winery, where they gained experience with the production and marketing of wine. This was the platform from which they began their own winery. Now they have over 30 acres of pinot noir, pinot gris and chardonnay under cultivation.

Christie and Dick Reed’s eldest daughter, Keely joined the family business in early 2010. They all live amongst the vines and handle all aspects of the business from choosing new grape varieties, site selection, production, tasting room, wholesale marketing and special events at both the tasting room and the vineyard.

The Reed’s goal is to produce high quality wines, manage a sustainable business, contribute to the economic vitality of the Columbia Gorge and still have some fun!

Owner: Christie & Dick Reed
Winemaker: Peter Rosback
Phone: 541-386-1277
Email: info@wyeastvineyards.com
Website: www.wyeastvineyards.com

2010 Pinot Gris

Rich tropical flavors are balanced with good acidity, yielding a rich,...

$18.00 / Bottle

2008 Pinot Noir Blue Chip

Gold Medal and Top Pinot Noir at the 2009 Tri-Cities Wine Festival,...

$24.00 / Bottle

2008 Pinot Noir Reserve

Compares well with $50+ Pinots!

$39.00 / Bottle

2008 Cloud Cap Select

Produced from Pinot Noir grapes and fortified with brandy.

$20.00 / Bottle

2009 Cabernet Sauvignon

Luscious fruit and soft tannins are balanced with youthful liveliness.

$30.00 / Bottle

2008 Syrah

Ripe berry flavors and spiciness.

$25.00 / Bottle

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