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OREGON WINEINDUSTRY STATISTICS

UPDATED 2.21.17

THE SECRET'S OUT: OREGON IS AN EXTRAORDINARY PLACE FOR WINE.

Oregon’s grapegrowers and winemakers continue to raise the bar through their commitment to sustainability, artisan practices and making wines that stand among the world’s best.

And the world has noticed.

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OREGON WINE IS THRIVING

The expansion of wineries and vineyards in recent years is a

testament to Oregon's reputation for quality grapegrowing

and winemaking.

INDUSTRY STATISTICS

Source: Oregon Vineyard and Winery Census Reports, 2000-2015

Number of Oregon Wineries

2000-2015

700

1000

500

300

100139

702

Number of Oregon Vineyards

1000

1200

800

600

400

2000-2015

480

1,052

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WINEGROWING THROUGHOUT OREGON

While Oregon's vineyards are concentrated in the northern

Willamette Valley, other growing regions continue to gain

prominence.

SOUTHWILLAMETTE

VALLEY

10.0%

ROGUEVALLEY

15.5%

UMPQUAVALLEY

6.6%

COLUMBIA GORGE, WALLA WALLA & OTHER

BORDER REGIONS

9.9%

INDUSTRY STATISTICS

Source: 2015 Oregon Vineyard and Winery Census Report

28,034 ACRES (11,345 HA.)

PLANTED TO VINE

NORTH WILLAMETTE

VALLEY

57.6%


OREGON'S TOP VARIETIES

Pinot noir is the predominant variety grown in Oregon; however,

the state's diversity of geography and microclimates make it

well-suited to many different varieties.

Pinot noir

62.3%

All Others

14.4%Syrah

2.2%Riesling

2.6%Chardonnay

5.6%

Pinot gris

12.9%

INDUSTRY STATISTICS

Source: 2015 Oregon Vineyard and Winery Census Report

72 varieties of wine grapes are grown in Oregon


– PAUL GREGUTT

Wine Enthusiast

Oregon’s modern winemaking era recently

passed the half century mark, and it’s really just

in the past two decades that its industry growth

has accelerated… Oregon’s grape growers and

vintners have accomplished near miracles in a

very short time.

INDUSTRY STATISTICS

January 2016


SOURCES: 2014 OLCC License Data, 2014 Oregon Vineyard & Winery Census Report, Wine Spectator Total 2014 Scores, The Wine Advocate Total 2014 Scores, 2015 Oregon Sustainable Acreage Report

A COMMUNITY OF SMALL, ARTISAN PRODUCERS

INDUSTRY STATISTICS

Sources: Wines & Vines, May 15, 2014 / 2014 Oregon Liquor Control Commission License Data

of Oregon wineries produce fewer than 5,000 cases per year

70%of fine wineproduced in the U.S. is from Oregon

1%

There are multiple producers in California and Washington that

make more wine than all of the wineries in Oregon combined!

CA

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GUARDIANS OF THE VINE

From hand-tended vineyards to practices that ensure

the land will give quality fruit for generations to come,

Oregon’s winegrowers are dedicated stewards of the vine.

of vineyards are certified sustainable

47%of wine is made from estate-grown fruit

52%

INDUSTRY STATISTICS

Sources: 2014 Oregon Liquor Control Commission License Data / Certifying agencies in Oregon


A COMMITMENT TO QUALITY

The attention and care given by Oregon's grapegrowers and

winemakers from vine to bottle are reflected in their consistently

high-quality wines.

Oregon's share of Wine Spectator's 90+ scores on domestic wine in 2015 and 2016

20%Oregon's share of domestic wine production

1%

INDUSTRY STATISTICS

Sources: Wines and Vines, July 2016/Wine Spectator, February 2016 and 2017


– GREGORY DAL PIAZ

Snooth

I can't think of another region that is producing such a compelling

collection of pure, vibrant, varietally correct wines that excite the palate

and please the pocketbook.

INDUSTRY STATISTICS

November 2013


GROWING CONSUMER DEMAND FOR OREGON WINE

Small-production wines made from hand-picked fruit are worth a

little more… and consumers around the U.S. agree.

INDUSTRY STATISTICS

Source: Nielsen Total U.S. All Outlets xAOC + Liquor Plus, 52 w/e 12-31-2016

Average Bottle Price (750mL)

$5

$10

$15

$20

$6.68

$9.76

$16.07

OR WA CA

Retail Volume Growth (2016 vs 2015)

5%

10%

15%13.5%

3.1%2%

OR WA CA


A DRIVING FORCE FOR GOOD

As the Oregon wine industry grows, so does its impact on the

economy and ability to give back to the community.

$ 3.35 B Statewide

economic impact

$ 208 M Wine-related

tourism revenue

$ 11 MCharitable donations

made by Oregon wine businesses

17.1 KWine-related

jobs in Oregon

$ 527 MWages related to Oregon wine jobs

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Source: The Economic Impact of Wine and Wine Grape Industries on the Oregon Economy, Full Glass Research, January 2015


– ROBERT M. PARKER, JR.

Food & Wine

Oregon is finally fulfilling its vast potential.

INDUSTRY STATISTICS

February 2013
