The Willamette Valley is home to some amazing examples of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. But have you ever wondered what these two grape varieties taste like from other wine regions? Join Shane Farnor, Elk Cove’s Tasting Room Manager, for this afternoon tasting journey in the Estate Room to explore terroir and winemaking of these two grapes from around the world.

It’s a word that we often hear in the wine world. Wine critics, academics, and consumers toss it around frequently. We sometimes struggle to fully understand it, and when hard-pressed, many of us cannot define it succinctly. Join Elk Cove’s Tasting Room Manager Shane Farnor as he guides you through a tasting journey to explore and better understand the concept of terroir.

Just in time for spring’s arrival, we’ll dedicate our third class in the wine education series to rosé. Omnipresent on Valentine’s Day, at spring picnics, backyard cookouts,  and at the Thanksgiving table, rosé is actually a wine for all seasons. Come learn about the various ways rosés are made and how they acquire their signature pink color as Elk Cove’s Tasting Room Manager Shane Farnor leads you through this fun tasting class.