Winery & Vineyard Estate in Carlton, Oregon

Details

Situated on the western edge of the Yamhill-Carlton District AVA in the foothills of the coastal range, the site includes 27 acres aggregate, with 16 varietals, initially planted in 2013 with additional plantings through 2021. The blocks are planted at 500-600 feet elevation, on slopes with northern-southern aspect.

This unique vineyard estate offers a rare combination of exquisite natural beauty, high-quality infrastructure, and award-winning wine production. It is an ideal investment for an existing brand, passionate winemaker or entrepreneur looking to make their mark in the renowned Willamette Valley wine region, or perhaps continue Chris James Cellars, a thriving brand with name recognition, many awards and accolades, and a loyal club.

Property Highlights:

● Vineyard: 22.6 acres of established estate vineyard meticulously planted with varietals including 8 acres of Pinot Noir, 1.8 acres of Chardonnay, and an array of German varietals such as Gewürztraminer, Riesling, and Scheurebe. Other notable plantings include Albarino, Dolcetto, Nebbiolo, Schiopettino, Lagrein, Barbera, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc, Gamay, and Teroldego. An additional 5-7 acres plantable.
● Soil and Trellising: The vineyard benefits from well-drained volcanic soils of the Saum Parrett Complex and uses a VSP Trellis System with 7×5′ spacing, ensuring optimal vine health and productivity. Deer fencing surrounds the vineyards for added protection.
● Water and Irrigation: The property boasts two wells, running at 10 gpm, two ponds, and 1 extra small fire suppression pond. Additional features include drip irrigation in the vineyard, and in the tasting room landscape and flower arrangements.
● Winery: A permitted 2520 sqft. insulated steel building with a metal roof, constructed in 2016. The building includes a cold room, storage loft, and tasting room. The production space is chilled with two mini-splits and a refrigeration unit for the cold room. The tasting room has its own mini-split. The winery floors are high-density cement with excellent drainage, supported by a rotary phase converter connected to single-phase power. A large 2400 sqft. crush pad with drain, and additional 564 sq.ft. concrete storage pad for bins, supports the operations of harvest.
● Tasting Room: A permitted quaint 390 sqft. tasting room, with high bar and seating area, two sets of double French doors opening up to the 2600 sq.ft. concrete patio overlooking the vineyard and sunset, the perfect setting for hosting visitors and wine enthusiasts.
● Residence: A comfortable Passive Built 2000 sqft. home erected in 2015, with stunning views of the Coastal Range to the west and the Cascade Range, including Mt. Hood, and Mt. Jefferson to the east.
● Utility Barn and Storage: Includes a 2160 sqft. cold room storage area, and a 3-bay, double deep garage with built in shop space. An additional equipment shed located near the irrigation pond at the north-western edge of the property, holds solar panels that powers the irrigation water pump.
● Septic Systems: Two septic systems are in place, one for the residence and another for the winery.
Accessibility and Infrastructure:
● Driveway: A 1-mile long, 20-foot-wide gravel driveway with required commercial turn outs, provides easy access to the winery and residence.
● Signage: Excellent highway signage is available and established, enhancing visibility and accessibility.
● Fencing: The entire vineyard and property are enclosed with deer fencing to protect the vines.
● Water Storage: Two storage tanks for irrigation near the equipment barn holding XX gallons. An additional storage tank holding 1000 gallons at the winery for rain water collection for use in the building.
Overview and Production:
● Current Production: The winery produces 3000 estate cases annually, with an additional 2000 cases from custom crush. The capacity exists to expand production up to 8000 cases, supporting 120-150 tons of grapes.
● Award-Winning Wines: The estate’s wines have received numerous accolades, including multiple gold medals and high ratings from prestigious publications such as Wine Enthusiast.