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About Adelsheim Vineyard
Adelsheim, located in Newberg, Ore., was founded with an optimistic spirit and a lofty dream: to create world-class Pinot noir and Chardonnay in an undiscovered wine region, the Chehalem Mountains of Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Since 1971, we have obsessively pursued exceptional wines of place, that celebrate the unique bounty of our estate vineyards. As a founding winery of the Willamette Valley and Chehalem Mountains’ first winery, Adelsheim has played an instrumental role in nearly every aspect of the Oregon wine story. As leaders, we believe it is our duty to be steadfast stewards of this abundant land and to rally our community in support of equity and education. Adelsheim is a LIVE certified sustainable winery, and a seven-time Wine & Spirits Top 100 Winery.
april 1, 2021
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Seven Wineries Join Forces To Launch One Barrel Challenge With The Mission Of Making Oregon’s Wine Industry More Accessible and Inclusive
Seven Wineries Join Forces To Launch One Barrel Challenge With The Mission Of Making Oregon’s Wine Industry More Accessible and Inclusive
Rooted in unity and empowerment, unique collaboration will donate 100 percent of proceeds to breaking down barriers in wine industry
Newberg, Ore. (April 1, 2021) - Seven like-minded wineries have joined forces to launch the One Barrel Challenge, a collective dream of making Oregon’s wine industry more accessible and inclusive, regardless of color, class or creed. Rooted in unity, collaboration and empowerment, each participant in the One Barrel Challenge has donated the equivalent of one barrel of wine (25 cases) to the cause, with 100 percent of proceeds devoted to access and education in breaking down barriers in the wine industry.
Media Contact:
Katie Schoen
Lawrence PR
503.866.7639
katie@lawrence-pr.com
march 18, 2021
CJ McCollum Solidifies Posture In Wine Industry With Announcement Of Second Wine
CJ McCollum Solidifies Posture In Wine Industry With Announcement Of Second Wine:
McCollum Heritage 91 will release a 2020 Willamette Valley Rosé in April
NEWBERG, Ore. (March 18, 2021) - Professional athlete and wine connoisseur CJ McCollum
will release his second McCollum Heritage 91 wine on April 5, a 2020 Willamette Valley Rosé.
Solidifying his posture in the wine industry, the announcement of the Rosé comes after McCollum’s first wine, a 2018 Chehalem Mountains Pinot noir, was released this past September and sold out in a mere 45 minutes.
Media Contact:
Katie Schoen
Lawrence PR
503.866.7639
katie@lawrence-pr.com
march 1, 2021
Adelsheim Vineyard to Release Second Vintage of Limited-Edition Artist Series Rosé Wine
Adelsheim Vineyard to Release Second Vintage of Limited-Edition Artist Series Rosé Wine
NEWBERG, Ore. (March. 1, 2021) - Adelsheim Vineyard, one of the Willamette Valley’s founding wineries and the Chehalem Mountains’ first winery, will release their second “Artist Series” wine, a 2020 Willamette Valley Rosé, whose label features commissioned work by Portland-based artist, Jeremy Okai Davis.
Media Contact
Alexa Pittmon
apittmon@adelsheim.com
(503) 341-9918
February 18, 2021
Adelsheim Vineyard Honors 50th Anniversary by Paying Homage to the Pioneering Spirit of Oregon’s North Willamette Valley Founders
Adelsheim Vineyard Honors 50th Anniversary by Paying Homage to the Pioneering Spirit of Oregon’s North Willamette Valley Founders
NEWBERG, Ore. (Feb. 17, 2021) - Adelsheim Vineyard is honoring its 50th anniversary with a celebration of its heritage and future in the Chehalem Mountains, as well as its position as one of Oregon’s North Willamette Valley founding wineries. The iconic winery will pay homage to the lofty dreams and pioneering spirits of its own history and that of its peers with the introduction of Founders’ Stories, a 10-part interview series hosted by David Adelsheim, as well as the launch of several commemorative wines, including library selections of Elizabeth’s Reserve, vintage artist labels and a brand new release called “The Deed.”
Media Contact:
Katie Schoen
Lawrence PR
503.866.7639
katie@lawrence-pr.com
february 10, 2021
Adelsheim Vineyard to Release Winemaker, Gina Hennen’s, First Fully Overseen Vintage of Single Vineyard Pinot Noirs and Chardonnay.
Adelsheim Vineyard to Release Winemaker, Gina Hennen’s, First Fully Overseen Vintage of Single Vineyard Pinot Noirs and Chardonnay.
NEWBERG, Ore. (February 10, 2021): The 2018 vintage is an important milestone for Adelsheim. The wines from this vintage are the first fully overseen by Winemaker, Gina Hennen. Beginning in March 2021, the first single-vineyard wines from this vintage will be released to the public. Gina was promoted to Winemaker in January, 2018 and is only the fourth person in that role since Adelsheim began commercial production in 1978.
Before advancing to this position, Gina spent 11 years as Assistant Winemaker, then Associate Winemaker during the tenure of her predecessor, Dave Paige. The 2018 wines potentially represent the first major shift in winemaking philosophy at Adelsheim since 2001, when Dave Paige was hired. Gina is one of many women at the helm at Adelsheim, alongside Vineyard Manager, Kelli Gregory and winery owner, Lynn Loacker.
Media Contact:
Alexa Pittmon
apittmon@adelsheim.com
(503) 341-9918
August 11, 2020
Portland basketball superstar CJ McCollum is 2020 Auction ambassador for Willamette: the Pinot Noir Auction
Portland basketball superstar CJ McCollum is 2020 Auction ambassador for Willamette: the Pinot Noir Auction
PORTLAND, Ore. (August 11, 2020) - David Millman, general manager of Domaine Drouhin Oregon and the 2020 chair of Willamette: the Pinot Noir Auction, has announced that Portland Trail Blazers guard CJ McCollum will be the 2020 Ambassador for the annual trade auction, which opens today.
Media Contact:
Jarvis Communications
Monique Geisen
310.313.6374
monique@jarviscommunications.com
June 25, 2020
CJ McCollum Bottles Passion For Wine Into His Own Willamette Valley Label
CJ McCollum Bottles Passion For Wine Into His Own Willamette Valley Label
NEWBERG, Ore. (June 25, 2020) - Professional athlete and longtime wine connoisseur CJ McCollum has launched a Willamette Valley wine label in partnership with Adelsheim Vineyard. The first vintage of McCollum Heritage 91 will be a 2018 Chehalem Mountains Pinot noir, available for sale this fall.
Media Contact:
Lindsey Morse
lmorse@adelsheim.com
May 7, 2020
ADELSHEIM VINEYARD ANNOUNCES ARGYLE’S ROB ALSTRIN AS NEW CEO
ADELSHEIM VINEYARD ANNOUNCES ARGYLE’S ROB ALSTRIN AS NEW CEO
Newberg, Oregon. May 7, 2020 – Adelsheim Vineyard, one of Oregon’s founding wineries, announces today that Rob Alstrin will take over the reins as the company’s President and CEO. Alstrin brings extensive executive experience within the Oregon wine industry to Adelsheim as it continues to expand its talented and seasoned leadership team. As CEO, Alstrin believes passionately in protecting and growing the iconic Adelsheim wine brand as it heads into a modern marketplace.
Media Contact:
Lindsey Morse
lmorse@adelsheim.com
March 15, 2020
Adelsheim To Release Limited-Edition “Artist’s Series” Rosé Wine 2019 vintage features original label design by Portland-based Artist, Lettie Jane Rennekamp
Adelsheim To Release Limited-Edition “Artist’s Series” Rosé Wine 2019 vintage features original label design by Portland-based Artist,
Lettie Jane Rennekamp
NEWBERG, Ore. (March. 15, 2020) - Adelsheim Vineyard , one of the Willamette Valley’s founding wineries and the Chehalem Mountains’ first winery, will release its first “Artist Series” wine, a 2019 Willamette Valley Rosé, whose label features commissioned work by local Artist, Lettie Jane Rennekamp.
Media Contact:
Lindsey Morse
lmorse@adelsheim.com
February 6, 2019
Two iconic local brands come together to bring a uniquely Oregon experience to fans
Adelsheim Vineyard Partners with the Portland Trail Blazers to Produce Limited Edition Wine in Celebration of Team’s 50th anniversary
NEWBERG, Ore. (Feb. 6, 2019) - Adelsheim Vineyard, one of the Willamette Valley’s founding wineries and the Chehalem Mountains’ first winery, has announced a partnership with the Portland Trail Blazers to celebrate the franchise’s 50-year anniversary.
Since the ‘70s, Adelsheim and the Portland Trail Blazers have been bold pioneers in the Pacific Northwest - each in their own right. Adelsheim is honored to bring a uniquely Oregon experience to Trail Blazers fans through two commemorative, limited edition wines. The wines will be officially released on Sept. 24.
“Making this wine was such an honor for our whole team,” said Gina Hennen, winemaker for Adelsheim. “As a Blazers fan, to be able to team up with the Blazers to create this special, limited edition wine to commemorate the team’s 50th anniversary has been a dream come true. I think fans will love it as much as we do.”
This unique partnership blends wine and athletics in a way that truly represents the integrated spirit of Oregon. When Joth Ricci, then president and CEO of Adelsheim Vineyards, and Chris McGowan, president and CEO of the Portland Trail Blazers, first started discussing the partnership more than two years ago, it was clear that the organizations had a lot in common.
“When we came up with the idea of a commemorative wine to share with our fans to celebrate our 50th anniversary, we looked no further than Adelsheim,” says McGowan. “Our shared commitment and passion for Oregon made them a perfect fit.”
The wine offerings will include a Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, which were created especially for the fans to commemorate the rich 50-year history of their beloved team. Both are LIVE certified sustainable vineyards and wines wines. The wines will be pre-released in August to Club Adelsheim members and Trail Blazers season ticket holders and will be available for purchase at adelsheim.com and by-the-glass at Local Cork in the Rose Quarter on September 24. Additional details including label design, tasting notes and pricing will be announced later this year. For more information, please visit Adelsheim.com/Blazers.
About the Portland Trail Blazers
Members of the National Basketball Association (NBA), the Portland Trail Blazers were founded in 1970 and purchased by the late Paul G. Allen in 1988. The team's rich heritage includes 34 playoff appearances, three trips to the NBA Finals, an NBA championship in 1977 and a commitment to community service and sustainability. The Trail Blazers are dedicated to positively impacting underserved kids and their families throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington where they live, learn and play. Portland is the first and only professional sports franchise to receive the prestigious National Points of Light Award for excellence in corporate and community service. The Trail Blazers home arena, the Moda Center, earned LEED Gold Recertification in 2015 after becoming the first existing professional sports venue in the world to receive LEED Gold status in 2010. The team is also one of the founding members of the Green Sports Alliance. For more information, visit www.trailblazers.com.
Media Contact:
Angie Galimanis
503.799.8091
angie@lawrence-pr.com
JANUARY 16, 2019
President and Chief Executive Officer, Joth Ricci, Transitions Role to Advisor and Board Member
NEWBERG, Ore. (Jan. 16, 2019) - Adelsheim Vineyard, one of the Willamette Valley’s founding wineries and the Chehalem Mountains’ first winery, announced today that Joth Ricci will be transitioning from president and chief executive officer to advisor and board member. Ricci has accepted the role of president of Dutch Bros Coffee and he will continue to work closely with Adelsheim’s owners and board.
Ricci, a true beverage industry veteran, brought extensive executive leadership experience and deep ties in the Oregon business community to Adelsheim. During his two years as president and CEO, Ricci worked with the team of seasoned and passionate individuals to reposition and prime the winery for future success within Oregon and the broader wine industry.
“Joth has been instrumental in the continued success of our iconic wine brand and has instilled his passion and ambitious vision to everyone on our team,” said Jack and Lynn Loacker, owners of Adelsheim Vineyard. “We are excited about his next adventure, and look forward to his involvement on our board as we continue with our vision for Adelsheim. We are confident in all of our talented employees throughout the winery, including our leadership team: Kim Bellingar, chief operations officer, Gina Hennen, winemaker, Kelli Gregory, vineyard manager, and Rich Sermone, executive vice president of sales.”
Bellingar will oversee all day-to-day business operations, including production, marketing and administration. Hennen and Gregory will continue their excellence in winemaking and vineyard management. Sermone, with his extensive background leading beverage product sales and revenue, will head business development, including both distribution and consumer sales channels.
“With this transition, our team remains committed to leading the industry in wine quality, collaboration and education, while continuing to craft memorable experiences for our customers,” said Jack Loacker, Chair of the Board.
Media Contact:
Megumi Kato
310.977.1841
megumi@lawrence-pr.com
October 14, 2018
One of the Willamette Valley’s Founding Wineries Launches First Ever Sparkling Wine in November
Adelsheim Vineyard Releases Limited Edition Sparkling Brut Rosé
NEWBERG, Oregon (Oct. 14, 2018) In honor of the 40th anniversary of their first harvest, Adelsheim Vineyard, one of the Willamette Valley’s founding wineries and the Chehalem Mountains’ first winery, is releasing a limited edition Sparkling Brut Rosé. This is the first ever sparkling wine that the winery is releasing to the public.
Made from Pinot noir and Chardonnay grapes, this complex, bubbly Rosé tastes distinctly of the Pacific Northwest, with flavors of Oregon strawberry, Rainier cherry and wild apple blossom. These fresh flavors are balanced by creamy brioche elements for a rich and delightful finish. The high altitude of the Chehalem Mountains is the perfect location to create these flavor profiles and produce a sparkling wine with character.
Adelsheim first began experimenting with sparkling wines in 2012, when the team created 7 different small batches in order to understand how each wine aged over time. Producing sparkling wines can be challenging, as the flavor, texture, and aroma continues to evolve well after it’s bottled. The wine needs to be informed by how these flavors are predicted to age in order to create a dynamic and balanced sparkling wine.
“The release of the Sparkling Brut Rosé is significant and special to us in many ways. In particular, it marks the fulfilment of a project that we were all very passionate about, including our founder, David Adelsheim,” says Gina Hennen, winemaker at Adelsheim. “David has always wanted to provide a sparkling option to our customers and now we can hang our hat on a product we are so proud and excited to share.”
There are less than 150 cases available of the limited edition Sparkling Brut Rosé, and the winery anticipates selling out of the wine before the end of the year. The winery is hosting a club release party to celebrate the launch on Saturday, November 17th. Non-club members are welcome to join the occasion for an event fee of $25. Those who are interested in purchasing the wine can visit adelsheim.com, where it will be available from November 19th through the 26th.
Adelsheim Vineyard will also be releasing a limited edition Sparkling Brut Cuvée that will only be available to club members and visitors of the tasting room.
Media Contact:
Megumi Kato
310.977.1841
megumi@lawrence-pr.com
December 4, 2017
Gina and Dave had a great partnership, and we are thrilled to be able to promote an established leader from within based on the succession plan he developed.
ADELSHEIM VINEYARD PROMOTES GINA HENNEN TO WINEMAKER AS DAVE PAIGE LEAVES TO ACQUIRE VINEYARD
Adelsheim Vineyard is celebrating three winemaking team promotions and honoring the legacy of longtime winemaker, Dave Paige, who is leaving the winery to acquire a nearby vineyard and start a new brand. Gina Hennen, who has worked alongside Paige since 2007, is being promoted to winemaker from associate winemaker. Paige will leave Adelsheim at the end of the year after fully transitioning winemaking responsibility to Hennen.
Chief Executive Officer, Joth Ricci, comments on Paige’s 16-year tenure: “We are very thankful for Dave’s many important contributions to Adelsheim and the Oregon industry. Through his results-based approach blending courage and flexibility with stability, he developed our winemaking program and team into one of Oregon’s finest. Dave also established Adelsheim as a thought leader -- one of the key places to go to learn new techniques through experimentation.”
Paige was also instrumental in creating, evolving and expanding Adelsheim’s vineyard and third-party grower program. He is in the process of acquiring a nearby vineyard, and will announce details when the deal has been finalized.
Ricci continues, “Gina and Dave had a great partnership, and we are thrilled to be able to promote an established leader from within based on the succession plan he developed. This is a natural transition as Gina has been directly involved in how our wines have been evolving over the last few years, and she understands all aspects of our winemaking program.”
Hennen joined Adelsheim’s cellar crew in 2007 and was quickly promoted to cellar master. She was promoted to assistant winemaker in 2011 and became associate winemaker in 2015. Her winemaking colleagues, Matt Perry and Noah Roberts, who have been with Adelsheim for several vintages, will become Assistant Winemaker and Cellar Master, respectively.
February 23, 2017
Adelsheim Vineyard plans for its future with a succession in leadership from Oregon wine pioneer, David Adelsheim, to beverage industry veteran, Joth Ricci.
Adelsheim Vineyard Announces Stumptown’s Joth Ricci as New CEO
Newberg, Oregon (February 23, 2016) – Adelsheim Vineyard announces today that Joth Ricci will take over the reins as the company’s CEO from Founder and President David Adelsheim. Ricci brings extensive executive leadership in the beverage industry and deep ties in the Oregon business community to Adelsheim. He returns to one of his past passions with this re-entry into the wine industry and looks to add new energy to the iconic Adelsheim wine brand.
“The accomplishments of David Adelsheim and this pioneering winery have shaped the Oregon wine industry and contributed to its incredible success,” says Ricci. “After 50 years, this industry still offers remarkable opportunity for even-greater excellence. I am honored to be invited to take this visionary company forward into its future.”
Ricci will take over all day-to-day operations, including vineyard and winery, financial, administrative, marketing, and sales. And while David Adelsheim hands off daily operations, he will still have an active role within the winery, especially in the areas of leadership succession, distribution and export sales, and shaping the legacy of the winery.
“Joth brings a wealth of proven leadership to our company,” says Adelsheim. “He’s an amazing manager of people; we feel strongly that he’s a perfect fit with our company culture and the person who can lead our winery to future success. We have an ambitious vision to refocus our wines on the Chehalem Mountains and thereby re-energize our brand. We need somebody with tremendous passion, who can lead with clarity. Joth is that person.”
June 15, 2016 | News from Adelsheim | Diana Szymczak
Food & Wine: Best Oregon Wineries to Visit
The Adelsheims were among the first wave of Oregon wine pioneers in the 1970s, and their family winery remains a benchmark for Willamette Valley Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris. Visitors can taste a range of small-batch, winery-only bottlings in the tasting room. Call ahead to organize customized private tastings and sign-on for guided tasting luncheons.