Our Vineyards
Great wines come from great vineyards. Explore below the different geology, topography and climate coupled with our meticulous farming methods that allow us to grow such great wine.
Estate Vineyard Block Map
Farm Management
We take our farm management very seriously and our goal is to continue to build the health and vitality of our ecosystem.
First of all, we have exclusively farmed our property organically from its inception. We do not use any glyphosate on our property and utilize state of the art environmental and imaging technologies to inform our farming decisions.
We are a “no-till” vineyard and believe in building the soil food web and encourage regenerative agriculture to continue to build the tilth and of our land. Furthermore, we endeavor to farm our property as holistic ecosystem. We have left half our property to its native environment which creates a healthier environment and allows our land to be a net carbon sequestration sync. Regenerative viticulture is clear way we can help find a path to a cooler planet.
Please come visit and see what makes this place such a special place to live, grow and thrive.
Coeur de Terre Heritage’ Blocks
Once a particular block defines itself and shows its unique qualities each vintage, they are added to our Heritage Blocks. Typically, these are our older blocks each with unique terroir.
Renelle’s Block
Located at the entrance to our vineyard, this is our oldest block planted in 1999. Consists of sedimentary soils with a high alluvial content. Directly south facing and the wines from this block exhibit a powerful expression with notes of blueberry and spice.
Abby’s Block
Our daughter Abby joined us in 2002 as did the block that is dedicated to her. Located mid-slope at 400′ elevation, this is sedimentary soils with a very unique composition. South-Southeast facing, this is our latest ripening block. The wines from this block develop wonderfully complex characteristics that mirror the best aspects of our daughter’s personality.
Sarah Jane’s Block
Established in 2000, this is our first block planted from vines we grafted ourselves. This was our first Selection Massale (multi-clonal) of Pinot noir from our own grafted vines. The soil is classic Willamette Valley sedimentary soil with a due south exposure. Wines from this block commonly express blackberry and brambly textures.
Tallulah’s Run
Planted in 2003, this block has both sedimentary soils on the lower portion, and uplifted marine basalt on the higher elevations. Dedicated to our youngest daughter, it expresses her personality: bright character, expressive fruit and just a joy to behold. Its South-Southwest exposure allows it to ripen quickly. It is usually one of the first block to be harvested each year.
Other Blocks
We have several other blocks on our estate vineyard. We have recently planted blocks of Pinot noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Gris. Additionally, we have a couple micro-blocks of Riesling and Gruner Veltliner.
Excellent expression of the region, especially the reserve Pinot.
Paul FriesenWorld class wine tasting experience. Thanks so much for the great chat and friendly advice, Jana! Greetings from Edmonton, Canada. We will be back!
Nick BenjaminOur tasting room associate was Kathrine and she did an excellent job sharing the wines, taking about their history and knowing all the details. She also had excellent pairing suggestions. The estate is beautiful and I'll definitely go back on a warm day to sit on the deck. The wine was great; they have some interesting ones that are fun to try.
Carol GoyerEvent Calendar
Our local musicians have been dramatically affected by the shutdowns around COVID. Please come out and support these amazing talents and all ticket proceeds will go directly to the performers.
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Latest Past Events
Spring 2023 Pickup Party
Coeur De Terre Vineyard, 21000 SW Eagle Point Rd, McMinnville, OR 97128, USA 21000 SW Eagle Point Road, McMinnvilleHappy Spring from all of us at Coeur de Terre! The turkeys, ducks, and birds have returned and the patches of sun that break up the rain are getting longer. […]
Comparative Syrah Event
Coeur De Terre Vineyard, 21000 SW Eagle Point Rd, McMinnville, OR 97128, USA 21000 SW Eagle Point Road, McMinnvilleJoin us at the Vineyard for a presentation and tasting comparing our Estate Syrah with the great Syrahs of the Cote Rotie AOC in France.
Industry Open House March 6 & 7
Coeur De Terre Vineyard, 21000 SW Eagle Point Rd, McMinnville, OR 97128, USA 21000 SW Eagle Point Road, McMinnvilleOur Tasting Room will be closed to the General Public as we welcome our Friends from the Wine Industry as well as our Neighbors and Communtiy Members we are lucky […]
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