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Perkins Harter is a micro-production winery in the Eola-Amity Hills, Oregon, founded by winegrower Shelby Perkins. She came to Oregon to make Chardonnay in 2016 and in 2018 established the Bracken vineyard on the western benchlands of the Eola Hills, at 190–230 metres, on volcanic Nekia, Ritner, Witzel and Jory soils. The vineyard is farmed organically, without synthetics or herbicides, and biodynamic practices have been used since 2019.
In 2023 budbreak came late, June rains reduced fruit set on the upper slopes but gave very concentrated fruit, and after the hottest August on record the harvest was compressed into about two weeks. According to the winery, the wine is still holding secrets from the depths of Bracken's soils: flavours of dark cherry, cedar and leather lead to fine tannins on the finish. It is a luscious but mineral-driven wine that will show itself in time.
The winery uses native-yeast fermentations, leans towards neutral oak and keeps sulphur additions low.
Serve at 15–16 °C with turkey, duck, mushroom dishes or stews.
Perkins Harter is a winery located in the state of Oregon (USA), creating wines according to the principles of sustainable and biodynamic agriculture. The estate is managed by winemaker Shelby Perkins Harter, who has Lithuanian roots. This assortment is intended for those who appreciate classic, clearly structured regional wines. Moderately oak-influenced Chardonnay and elegant Pinot Noir.
Perkins Harter Winemaking Philosophy and Origins
The winery's activities are closely tied to the experience of its founder. Shelby Perkins Harter, whose great-great-grandfather Aleksandras Kvietkauskas emigrated from Lithuania to the USA at the beginning of the 20th century, began her winemaking career in California. Today, her main professional focus is Oregon. It is here that she manages and oversees vineyards where strict biodynamic and sustainable farming standards are applied, ensuring minimal intervention in natural processes.
Wine Style and Assortment
The estate focuses on clearly structured wines that reflect the region's terroir. The production process aims to preserve the natural character of the grapes and a balanced acidity.
