viticulture and terroir
Viticulture
Chatterbox Vineyard comprises 4 blocks of Pinot Noir and 2 blocks of Chardonnay and totals 10.4 planted acres. We are proud to produce 4 varieties of Pinot Noir grapes and 2 varieties of Chardonnay grapes, each selected for their unique qualities and desirability in winemaking.
The entire vineyard is dry farmed without irrigation, forcing our roots deep into the soil in search of water.
The management philosophy is to carefully balance the vineyard yields to produce the best Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes in the region.
Farming Style
Dry-farmed & Sustainable
Soil Type
Volcanic
Grape Varieties
Pinot Noir & Chardonnay
Typical Yield
4 Tons per Acre
Terroir
the environmental conditions in which grapes are grown
Chatterbox Vineyard sits on the protected southeast face of Parrett Mountain, part of the Chehalem Mountains AVA, approximately 5 miles west of downtown Wilsonville, OR. The vineyard sits on rocky volcanic soil and windblown loess and is surrounded by lush native oaks. The elevation of the property ranges from 250-300'.
In addition to the commanding views of Mt. Hood from throughout the vineyard, the property also overlooks La Butte, a small basalt outcropping next to the Willamette River in the historic community of Butteville, Oregon.
Elevation
250’ to 300’
Chehalem Mountains AVA
South Slope of Parrett Mountain