Country: United States > Oregon

Beaux Freres

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The Beaux Frères Vineyard, located on an 88-acre farm in Ribbon Ridge, Oregon, features 30 acres of southeast, south, and southwest-facing Willakenzie soils. Established in 1986 by Michael G. Etzel, a former wine salesman, the vineyard’s story began when he stumbled upon the property, a foreclosed pig farm, during a trip to Oregon. With backing from his sister and brother-in-law, renowned wine critic Robert Parker Jr., Etzel planted Pinot Noir and transformed the land into a vineyard.

Planting began in 1988, and by 1990, Michael harvested his first crop, selling most to local winemakers but keeping enough for one barrel of his own. By 1991, the barn had been renovated, allowing for the first estate vintages of The Beaux Frères Vineyard Pinot Noir. Now, more than 30 years later, the vineyard remains under family stewardship, with winemaker Mike D. Etzel, Michael’s son, leading the new generation in preserving the land and producing world-class wines.

  • Appellation: Oregon
  • Owner: Michael G. Etzel & Artemis Domaines
  • Winemaker: Michael G. Etzel
  • Varieties Grown: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
  • Hectares/Age of Vines: 30 acres / 35 years
  • Altitude/Soil: 400 feet / Willakenzie soils
  • Farming Methods: Biodynamic

Wines

Red Rose White Sparkling Sweet Fortified Spirits Cider