Bethel Heights Vineyard

Bethel Heights Vineyard

Bethel Heights Vineyard is a family-owned vineyard and winery located in the Eola-Amity Hills AVA of the Willamette Valley in Oregon, United States. The vineyard was established in 1977 by twin brothers Ted and Terry Casteel, their wives Pat Dudley and Marilyn Webb, and Pat's sister Barbara Dudley.

History

The founders of Bethel Heights Vineyard were among the pioneers of Oregon's wine industry, planting their first vines in 1977. The vineyard was initially planted with Pinot noir and Chardonnay, two grape varieties that have since become synonymous with Oregon's wine industry.

Vineyard and Winery

Bethel Heights Vineyard spans 103 acres, with 50 acres dedicated to Pinot noir, 10 acres to Chardonnay, and the remaining acreage planted with Pinot blanc, Pinot gris, and Riesling. The vineyard is divided into four distinct blocks: the Southeast Block, the Flat Block, the West Block, and the Justice Vineyard. Each block has its unique soil composition and microclimate, contributing to the complexity and diversity of the wines produced.

The winery at Bethel Heights Vineyard is committed to sustainable farming practices. It is LIVE (Low Input Viticulture and Enology) certified and Salmon-Safe, reflecting the vineyard's commitment to preserving the local ecosystem and biodiversity.

Wines

Bethel Heights Vineyard is best known for its Pinot noir and Chardonnay wines, which are recognized for their elegance, complexity, and expression of terroir. The vineyard also produces small quantities of Pinot blanc, Pinot gris, and Riesling.

Recognition

Bethel Heights Vineyard has received numerous accolades for its wines. It has been named one of the "Top 100 Wineries" by Wine & Spirits Magazine multiple times and its wines have consistently scored highly in wine reviews and competitions.

See Also

• List of vineyards and wineries in Oregon
• Oregon wine
• Eola-Amity Hills AVA

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