Quiet, resolute, and passionate about Pinot Noir, Bill Stoller grew up near Yamhill Valley, Oregon spending his childhood on his family’s turkey farm. He left to pursue a successful career as founder and vice chairman of the employment staffing firm Express Employment Professionals (EEP) and CEO and founder of Xenium. Realizing the unique potential of Oregon’s land, he returned to his roots in 1993 as co-owner of famed Chehalem Winery and later became the sole owner in 2018. Stoller Family Estate rests at an elevation of 220 - 600 feet with 225 acres under vine. Melissa Burr came onboard in 2003 as Stoller’s first dedicated winemaker and is currently the vice-president of winemaking.

This is a flamboyant and fruit-driven style of Pinot Blanc. This delicately colored white showcases a bouquet of white flowers accompanied by light spices. Tangy and tropical with passion fruit, grapefruit, Fuji apple slices and lemon curd that sail across the palate with finesse and grace. The lively acidity adds plenty of lift creating a framework for the artistic expression of this wine.

By W Peter Hoyne