Corvallis, Oregon, brewery Block 15 releases their first wines. Introducing Lupine Red Blend and Sundew Rose Grenache.
Press Release
Corvallis, OR — Block 15 Brewing announces the first release of wines from their Cellars program. Launched in 2020, Block 15 Cellars’ aim is to intertwine the expression of their place with that of the Northwest’s terroir through sourcing thoughtfully grown grapes and creating wines with minimal intervention and traditional yet progressive techniques. All wines in the Cellars program are sourced from sustainable and often biodynamic vineyards in the Pacific Northwest.
This initial release showcases a series of fresh, young wines from the 2021 harvest. Sundew Rose, a Rosé of Grenache and Lupine, a Pinot Noir and skin-contact Pinot Gris blend, will be available October 28th at Block 15 Brewing’s Corvallis locations.
Next up in the series, to be released mid November, will be Bleeding Heart, a rosé d’ assiette of Syrah. Wines in this series are fresh, vibrant and ready to be enjoyed. Future releases from Block 15 Cellars will include exciting approaches to various Pinot Noir clones, Syrah, Pinot Gris, Cabernet and more.
“We have been enthusiastically creating wines inspired by the thoughtfully tended vineyards we have created relationships with while unbound by conventional winemaking parameters. Our winery creates wine that we want to drink: free of added flavorings, sugars, or chemicals commonly found in conventional wines. We source beautiful, sustainably grown, and often biodynamic fruit, and work with its natural expression through minimal intervention in our winery. All our offerings are fermented with native yeasts and crafted through various techniques, traditional and unique. We’re excited to create and offer wines that uncompromisingly showcase the Northwest’s terroir.”
image courtesy Block 15 Brewing Company
About Lupine
A ruby blend of skin contact pinot gris and pinot noir from the 2021 harvest. Fermented in open-top neutral oak vessels and matured in stainless steel.
Tasting Notes: black cherry, fresh raspberry, stone fruits
Wine Style: Red Blend
Variety: Pinot Gris + Pinot Noir
Viticultural: Biodynamic
Vineyards: Keeler, Eola-Amity Hills (Pinot Noir) and Arlyn, Chehalem Mountain AVA (Pinot Gris)
image courtesy Block 15 Brewing Company
About Sundew Rose
After brief maceration in open-top neutral oak vessels, ruby red must was fermented with native yeast and then conditioned in stainless steel. Sustainably grown Grenache from Los Rocosos Vineyard.
Tasting Notes: hibiscus, cranberry, watermelon, crisp
Wine Style: Grenache
Variety: Pinot Gris + Pinot Noir
Viticulture: Sustainable
Vineyard: Los Rocosos
AVA: The Rocks District of Milton-Freewater, OR
To read more about Block 15 Brewing’s Wine Program, head to this link HERE
About Block 15 Brewing Company
Established in 2008 Block 15 aims to elevate excellence in the craft beer and beverage experience, measured by endless passion, curiosity, and drive for accessible brilliance. Our family includes our Corvallis Downtown Brewpub, South Corvallis Production Brewery, Winery, and Tap Room, Caves Restaurant, and craft distribution through the Pacific NW.
To learn more about Block 15 Brewing head HERE
