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The story of Eola Hills

In the early 1980’s, Oregonian Tom Huggins found himself intrigued by the notion of creating great regional wines in the heart of the Willamette Valley.

Tom’s dream was rooted in facts. Through his occupation as an agricultural insurance specialist in the 1970’s, he knew what to look for in potential vineyard sites. Tom convinced a handful of close friends and family members to invest with him in purchasing a 35 acre wheat field on Oak Grove Road, just a few miles west of Salem, on a site he felt was ideal for growing grapes.

These young Oregonians didn’t just bring their savings to the table. They prepared the site and planted the pinot noir and chardonnay vines themselves. They learned to stake and train vines, harvest, sort, and crush the grapes that became the winery’s first 1,500 cases in 1986. It was hard work, it was fun, and the wine was terrific.

Today, Eola Hills Wine Cellars is still locally owned and operated and is one of Oregon’s largest wineries, farming more than 325 acres of prime vineyard land. Production now surpasses 80,000 cases of fine wines that are enjoyed across the country and internationally. Our goal is to make wines that we feel capture the spirit and flavors of Oregon – we hope you enjoy them.

News

Press Release 2.18.21 | “Vineyard Manager Receives Industry’s Vineyard Excellence Award”

Press Release 1.10.21 | “Eola Hills Receives Wine Enthusiast Praise For White Wines”

Forbes Magazine: “Six Great Wines From Oregon’s Willamette Valley For Fourth of July”

Travel Oregon: “Vineyard Hikes, History and Community at Eola Hills Winery”

Oregon Wine Press: “Wine Country In Gear”

Press Release 7.4.20 | “Eola Hills Wine Cellars Announces New Patriot Red Partnership with Team Rubicon”

Press Release 10.1.19 | “Eola Hills Wine Cellars Launches Fundraiser With Oregon Food Bank”

Supporting Documents

Videos

Eola Hills Community – Spring 2021

Legacy Estate Vineyard drone footage, August 2018

A quick walk through Oregon Wine Country with Eola Hills

Oregon Wine History Archive Interview | Tom Huggins and Steve Anderson

Eola Hills Classic Wines

These wines deliver exceptional value for everyday enjoyment. With various varietals and styles to choose from, these releases are snapshots of Oregon in any given vintage.

Classic Merlot Bottle Shot
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Shelf Talkers – Coming Soon!

Classic Tempranillo Bottle Shot
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Shelf Talkers – Coming Soon!

Eola Hills Reserve Wines

These focused wines are approachable, balanced, and structured with a style and finesse that reflect the character and complexity of distinctive regions or vineyards.

Muscat Ottonel Bottle Shot
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Barrel Select Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Bottle Shot
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Vin D’Epice Late Harvest Gewürztraminer Dessert Wine Bottle Shot
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Port-Style Cabernet Sauvignon Dessert Wine Bottle Shot
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Rapport Apple Dessert Wine Bottle Shot
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Pinot Gris Reserve Bottle Shot
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Pinot Noir Rosé Reserve Bottle Shot
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Cuvée V Bottle Shot
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Traditional Method Sparkling Blanc De Blancs Bottle Shot
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Traditional Method Sparkling Rosé Of Pinot Noir Bottle Shot
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Vin D’Or Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc Dessert Wine Bottle Shot
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Raspberry Vin D’Été Dessert Wine Bottle Shot
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Eola Hills CanItWillamette Canned Wines

Our nationally-recognized, Oregon-owned winery and vineyard operation is known for crafting highly acclaimed wines at a great value. Our approachable and affordable award-winning wines are now even more accessible in a lightweight, recyclable canned format. Learn More.