April 2025 Newsletter
April 1, 2025 |
April 1, 2025 |
Dear Compris Family and Friends,
March came and went in what felt like an instant! The weather was constantly changing from day to day - from cold, rain-filled, windy days to sunny seventy degree days and back again. It was nice to get some warmth sprinkled between the rain - the wildflowers, cover crops, trees, and vines have been soaking it up. The pruned vines have been neatly tied down to their wires, which will provide the canes support throughout their journey this year. Everything is now set and ready for the growing season that is upon us, as the buds on the vines begin to grow.
As the days grow warmer, we welcome you to join us in trying to spot the first signs of bud break - preferably with a glass of Compris wine in hand. This month, our new tasting flight highlights the recently released 2023 Wavelength Chardonnay, and we can't wait to share it with you. Join us at the vineyard!
We appreciate your support—thanks for being an important part of our story! ~ The Compris Crew
We are pleased to officially introduce our 2023 Wavelength Chardonnay!
The 2023 Wavelength is like a shift in perspective—just when you think you know it, it surprises you. On the nose, it carries a crisp, flinty minerality that’s woven together with honeydew, stone fruit, quince paste, and a touch of pear blossom. The palate follows suit with a vibrant, mouth-watering acidity, full of green pear and kumquat, balanced by the grounded texture of wet stone. The finish lingers with clarity, like a deep breath after a rush of energy. Inspired by Alanis Morissette’s All I Really Want, this wine is about finding clarity in the moments of tension and embracing life’s unpredictable rhythm.
2023 marks winemaker Aaron Kendall’s first vintage with us—and this is his first Compris Chardonnay! We’re thrilled to share it with you, whether on this month’s tasting flight or delivered to your door. Experience the vibrant depth and elegance of our Wavelength! Find Your Wavelength Here!
We're excited to be teaming up with eight other wineries to bring our wine club members The Spring Fling April Club Share! You will have the exclusive opportunity to visit each of the wineries during the month of April and receive two complimentary tastings and a 10% discount on wine purchases. For each bottle you purchase, you'll receive a stamp on your passport - turn in your passport when you're finished and have at least four stamps, and be entered into a drawing to win a 3-pack of wine. There will be eleven lucky winners!
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Come find us at Little Bird Boutique in downtown Newberg on Friday, April 4th from 5-8 pm! We'll be pouring our wines while you shop Little Bird's thoughtfully curated collections of women's apparel, jewelry, accessories, home décor, gifts, and shoes. Support two small businesses under one roof and enjoy a fun spring evening!
LAST CALL - ONLY A FEW SPOTS REMAIN!
Dive into the fascinating world of winemaking Saturday, April 5th!
Join us at the vineyard for an exclusive Blending Experience where you'll gain hands-on insight into how we craft our wines. From understanding what makes up different lots and the influence of barrels to exploring the expression of our terroir, this event is a perfect blend of education and entertainment. You will be one of the first to see the Mountain Echo and As One come together and get a front-row seat to how those decisions are made. Did we mention that you will also get to taste all the different parts as we move along?
Space is limited to focus on interaction and community; whether you’re a dedicated student of enology or just want to be one of the first to try the 2024 vintage, this event is for everyone.
Club members, login to your Tock account with the email associated with your membership and receive a $20 per person discount for your first two tickets! Join Us and Be a Winemaker for a Day!
Find us and 12 other wineries on Sunday, April 6th, on the beautiful campus of Linfield University in McMinnville for the Oak & Vine Society's Spring Gathering! We'll be pouring our favorite spring wines in the Linfield University Library from 1-4pm. Rich Schmidt with the Wine History Archives will host a booth demonstrating the archives, and Maria Ponzi will host a booth for the Wine Studies program with a sensory evaluation table. Join us! Experience Oak & Vine with Us!
Pebble Beach Food & Wine, the country's preeminent food and wine event, will officially be returning to the coast of Monterey on April 10-13! The Compris team is proud to be sharing our wines at the Opening Night Reception on Thursday and at the Tasting Pavilion on Saturday and Sunday. If you're in the Bay Area, or need an excuse to be, we hope you'll attend and come say hello! Come See Us in Pebble Beach!
We're heading over to Lake Oswego on Wednesday, April 16th, for Winery Wednesday! We'd love to see you at The Black Wine Market's brand new space. We'll be popping up to pour our latest favorites in this beautiful wine bar located just 20 minutes from Portland. Join us and hear our stories behind the wines! Find Us in Lake Oswego!
Embark on a magical two-hour sunset wine tasting cruise aboard the Portland Spirit as you glide along the picturesque Willamette River on Thursday, April 17th! Find us and a dozen other wineries onboard for an evening of wine, community, and beautiful views of Portland along the waterfront. Save $5 per ticket with coupon code "Compris"! Join Us on the Willamette River!
We are thrilled to be sharing our wine during the Heart's Delight Wine Tasting & Auction in Washington, D.C. from May 7th-10th. Heart's Delight is the nation's only four-day celebration of exceptional food and wine from around the world benefiting the American Heart Association. It is special and important to us to be supporting an organization helping people live longer, healthier lives! Learn More About Heart's Delight!
Discover the allure of the Chehalem Mountains at this annual wine tasting celebration presented by the Chehalem Mountains Winegrowers (our AVA!) on Saturday, May 31st, from 1-4 pm at The Allison Inn & Spa in Newberg. Forty wineries will be on hand for you to discover new wines and revisit your tried and true favorites, paired with food bites from local purveyors. You'll find us here! Join Us at Magic in the Mountains!
You can get more of the vineyard views and Compris Crew you've been missing by joining us on Thursdays! We're now open Thursday through Sunday from 11 am to 4 pm for you to enjoy our latest wine tasting flight, a glass pour, or your favorite bottle. Whether you choose a seat indoors or outside next to a fire table with a cozy blanket, you'll find your perfect spot to relax and enjoy the beauty around us. We're happy to have an extra day of the week to welcome you! Reserve Your Compris Visit!
We're glad to share what's on the horizon for Compris! As more information becomes available, we'll share via our website, newsletters, and social media.
At Compris Vineyard, giving back is part of who we are. Over the past three years, we’ve partnered with a different charitable organization each month to make a meaningful difference. In 2025, we’re taking a fresh approach, dedicating each quarter to one cause, allowing us to deepen our impact across four areas close to our hearts: child welfare, animal welfare, sustainability, and equitable opportunities for farmworkers.
At our winery, we believe in caring for people, especially children, as deeply as we care for the land. Just as we nurture each vine to thrive, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our community. From April through June, we’re proud to support Juliette's House, an organization dedicated to helping children affected by abuse begin their journey to healing.
Based here in Yamhill County, Juliette's House provides compassionate care, guiding families from fear and confusion to safety and hope. Their no-cost services—including clinical care, trauma recovery, abuse prevention education, and advocacy—help children and families rebuild their futures. They also empower the community through education, training those who work with children to prevent, recognize, and respond to abuse and neglect.
This quarter, every bottle of our As One Pinot Noir you enjoy helps support Juliette's House and their mission to create a safer, brighter future for all. Because just like in the vineyard, with the right care and support, children can grow, heal, and thrive. Donate Now!