Two years ago, I had the rare privilege of visiting Eyrie Vineyards, a moment that forever deepened my love for this extraordinary family of winegrowers.
Walking through the South Block Vineyard, I felt literal chills — standing on the very ground where a farming and winemaking revolution was born. This is where David Lett, a true pioneer and visionary, dared to believe that Pinot Noir could thrive in Oregon long before the world was ready to listen. Founded in 1965, Eyrie Vineyards helped define the Willamette Valley and changed the course of American wine forever through patience, restraint, and an unwavering respect for the land.
Sharing a meal — breaking bread — with Jason Lett and his family was just as powerful. It offered an intimate glimpse into the life of an Oregon winegrower: humble, thoughtful, deeply connected to nature, and quietly committed to making wines of true world-class elegance. Nothing was rushed, nothing forced — only time, trust, and tradition.
It was more than a visit. It was a reminder that the greatest wines are not made, but grown — shaped by history, conviction, and generations of love
