I’m not entirely sure when I decided that experiencing my first Harvest over the age of 50 was a good idea, but here I am committed to being a full-time intern for the next several weeks.
They say timing is everything, and it turns out that this new adventure happens to coincide perfectly with the 10-year anniversary of our wine blog AdVINEtures. While most people in the industry might celebrate with a special bottle of wine, it seems I’ve opted for a more unique way to mark this milestone!
Just one of the many incredible views at Ghost Hill Cellars.
Deep in the heart of Oregon’s Willamette Valley, where rolling hills are blanketed with lush vineyards and the air is perfumed with the scent of ripening grapes, lies a winery shrouded in legend and steeped in tradition: Ghost Hill Cellars. This unique vineyard not only produces excellent Pinot Noir but also offers a story as rich and intriguing as its wines.
The name “Ghost Hill” isn’t just a catchy moniker; it carries a spine-tingling tale that has been passed down through generations.
A cross marking where the miner’s horse’s bones were found.
According to local legend, in the late 1800s, a miner traveling through the area struck gold on what is now Ghost Hill Cellars. Tragically, the miner met an untimely end before he could claim his fortune, and it’s said that his restless spirit still roams the hill, guarding his hidden treasure. On misty mornings and moonlit nights, locals have reported eerie sights and sounds, adding an extra layer of mystique to this already enchanting location.
We’ve had the distinct pleasure of interviewing Oregon wine trailblazer Rollin Soles on three separate occasions. The reason we rank him as one of our favourite interviewees is that his knowledge and experience is not only an absolute treasure trove to mine as wine writers, but he delivers his nuggets of wisdom in the most unpretentious and straightforward way. Despite our two previous conversations, Rollin still managed to take us aback during our most recent meeting…twice.
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be on an AdVINEture, click on the link below for a taste. We are unabashed fans of wine from Oregon’s Willamette Valley and our most recent trip featured visits to some old favourites along with new discoveries: Résonance Wines, Nicolas-Jay, Maysara Winery, Abbot Claim, Atticus Wine, Potter’s Vineyard, & Bells Up Winery (click on each for the full write up).
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