Organically Grown Wine Conference

2026 Program of Events

April 20-21, 2026 | Willamette Valley, Oregon

DAY 1 PROGRAM
DAY 1 PROGRAM
DAY 1 SHUTTLE
DAY 1 SHUTTLE
DAY 2 PROGRAM
DAY 2 PROGRAM

DAY 1: Monday, April 20

Day 1 of the Organically Grown Wine Conference is geared towards trade, buyers, media and industry members, but open to anyone who is curious about organic wine farming.

The full day conference includes:

  • Panel Discussion, Lunch + Tasting at Linfield (McMinnville)

  • Field Tour at Soter Vineyards (Carlton)

**Transportation will be offered from Portland to guests who have pre-registered for the Shuttle

Panel Discussion, Lunch + Tasting
AT Nicholson Library, Linfield University

Nicholson Library is located in the Southeast corner of the Linfield Campus. Park in the lot next to the library. See this map and/or enter “Nicholson Library” into Google or Apple Maps.

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  • Coffee + pastries provided

    Visit our Sponsor tables:

    • Pro Farm

    • PNW Organics

    • GoPro

    • Oregon Organic Coalition/TOPP/OSU

  • Organic Farming in Theory and Practice: Why Content and Context Matter

    Certification is just one part of organic winegrowing. This panel brings together 3 respected organic winegrowers from across Oregon to share valuable insights, lessons, and reflections on farming for the larger community around us. Together they’ll discuss farming as a pursuit of relationships, accountability, and shared values in support of healthier ecosystems and deeper human connections.

    Moderator: Dana Frank

    Panelists:

    • Mimi Casteel, Hope Well Wine (Willamette Valley)

    • Steven Thompson, Analemma (Columbia Gorge)

    • Garett Long, Troon Vineyard (Applegate Valley)

  • Sandwiches:

    • Chicken Salad on Pan au Lait 

    • Ham and Swiss on French

    Mixed Green Salad with Spring Ranch

    Grain Salad with roasted and fermented veggies (gf)

    Huckleberry butter cookies

  • Mentees + Mentors of the Organic Winegrowing Network

    Growers present wines from their grapes and wines from grapes grown by a mentor or someone from whom they’ve learned.

    • Dai Crisp | Lumos Wine Co

    • Jim Prosser | JK Carriere

    • Jason Lett | The Eyrie Vineyards

Field Tour at SOTER VINEYARDS

Address: 10880 NE Mineral Springs Rd, Carlton, OR 97111
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Park in the lot and meet in front of the Tasting Room.
Come prepared to walk through the vineyard fields (with appropriate footwear!) and a jacket in case of rain.

  • Soil Health 101

    Soil is alive! It is a complex, living system and the foundation of the entire farm ecosystem. Here we will explore the soil and vine health relationship, through the integration of animals, cover crops, and careful soil monitoring.

    Guide: Emily Rozga, Soter Viticulturist & Farmer

    • Cover crops for Soil Health - Rebecca Sweet from Buzz Seeds

    • Soil Biodiversity and Monitoring - Shannon Cappellazzi, OSU Soil Health Extension Specialist

    • Grazing animals for soil management - Jared Lloyd from Naked Grazing

  • Cheese, Charcuterie + Crudité Board by Chef Clayton Allen of Soter Vineyards

    Wineries:

    • Soter Vineyards

    • Perkins Harter

    • Johan Vineyards

    • Cooper Mountain Vineyards

    • J.K. Carriere

    • Lumos Wine Co

DAY 2: TUESDAY, April 21

Day 2 of the Organically Grown Wine Conference is geared towards growers, viticulturists, winemakers, and those transitioning to organic practices; trade and media are welcome.

The full day conference includes:

  • Panel Discussion, Lunch + Tasting at Chemeketa-Eola (Salem)

  • Field Tour at Chemeketa-Eola (Salem)

  • Organically Grown Wine Tasting Event at Stillwater (McMinnville)

Panel Discussion, Lunch, Tasting + Field tour
AT CHEMEKETA-EOLA

Address: 215 Doaks Ferry Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304
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Drive to the top of the road and park in the lot. We will be in the main building (Building 1).
Come prepared to walk through the vineyard fields (with appropriate footwear!) and a jacket in case of rain.

  • Coffee, tea + pastries provided

    Visit our Sponsor Tables:

    • Buzz Seeds

    • Pro Farm

    • PNW Organics

    • GoPro

    • Oregon Organic Coalition/TOPP/OSU

  • Panel: The Nitty Gritty of Incorporating Livestock into the Vineyard

    More than just a social media opportunity — this in-depth discussion covers animal breeds, livestock-friendly cover crops, infrastructure, microbiology, labor requirements and constraints, and the honest accounting of how to succeed (and fail) in viti-pastoral management. Moderated by Bryan Berenguer, Chair of the Viticulture Program at Chemeketa College.

    Moderator: Bryan Berenguer

    • Clare Carver | Big Table Farm

    • Steven Hagen | Antiquum Farm

    • Madeleine Rowan Davis | Antica Terra

    • Luisa Ponzi | Lerzi

    • Nathan Wood | Johan Vineyards

  • Mediterranean Spread:

    • Falafel

    • Chicken Thighs

    • Muhammara

    • Yogurt Sauce

    • Hummus

    • Tabouleh

    • Fatoush Salad

    • Pita

    Almond Cake

  • Tasting: Grazed Wines — Do Grazed Vines Make Better Wines?

    A panel of winemakers producing wine from vineyards with an integrated livestock component will present wines from grazed vines and share their assessment of grape and wine quality from these sites.

    • Clare Carver | Big Table Farm

    • Luisa Ponzi | Lerzi

    • Morgan Beck | Johan Vineyards

    • Steven Hagen | Antiquum Farm

  • Field Day at Chemeketa: Organic Floor Management & Powdery Mildew Monitoring

    Control of powdery mildew and weeds are the two greatest challenges facing organic winegrowers each season. Four companies on the leading edge of these issues will demonstrate tools and products being used to sustainably manage both.

    • Sheep from Naked Grazing

    • Floor Management Implements from Clemens

    • Powdery Mildew Spore Trapping for Monitoring and Adjusting Spray Programs by Revolution Crop Consultants

    • Cover Crops for Biodiversity by Buzz Seed

Organically grown
wine tasting

Tuesday, April 21 | 5 - 7 pm
The Ground at Stillwater, McMinnville

Join us at The Ground at Stillwater for an exploratory walk-around tasting of a selection of the Willamette Valley's organically grown wines. This event is free and open to attendees of the Organically Grown Wine Conference and the public. Must be 21+ to attend.

Food by Comida Kin to purchase.

Address: 455 NE Irvine St, McMinnville, OR 97128
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Participating Wineries

Abbott Claim

Abbey Road Farm

Art + Science

Bergström Wines

Cameron Winery

Concinnitas Farm

Cooper Mountain Vineyards

Cortell Collection Wines

Cristom Vineyards

Human Cellars & NW Wine Studies Center (Chemeketa)

J.K. Carriere

Johan Vineyards

Lingua Franca

Luisa Ines / Laurelwood Vineyard Management

Lumos Wine Co

Maysara Winery & Momtazi Vineyards

Perkins Harter

Soter Vineyards

Troon Vineyards

DAY 1: SHUTTLE INFORMATION

**Transportation will be provided from Portland and throughout the day to guests who have pre-registered for the Shuttle

Portland Departure / Return to:
Barbur Blvd Park & Ride | 9712 SW Barbur Blvd, Portland, OR 97219

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9:15 AM | Shuttle leaves Portland

  • Barbur Blvd Park & Ride | 9712 SW Barbur Blvd, Portland, OR 97219

10:30 AM | Shuttle arrives to Linfield University

  • Linfield University Nicholson Library

2:30 PM | Travel to Soter Vineyards

  • 10880 NE Mineral Springs Rd, Carlton, OR 97111

3:00 PM | Guests Arrive at Soter Vineyards

5:45 PM | Shuttle Departs Soter Vineyards

7:00 PM | Shuttle Returns to Portland

  • Barbur Blvd Park & Ride | 9712 SW Barbur Blvd, Portland, OR 97219

2026 Sponsors

FOUNDING “Salmanzar” SponsorS

Sustainability “Methuselah” Sponsors

Vine to Market “Jeraboam” Partners

Organic Steward “Demi” Partners

Community “Piccolo” Partners