First Annual Vertical Tasting

Seven of Hearts / Luminous Hills will be showcasing their library wines by having their first ever annual vertical tasting every Saturday in June. The vertical flights will be poured by winemaker Byron Dooley from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Seven of Hearts tasting room located at 217 West Main St. Carlton.A vertical flight of seven wines will feature four distinct vintages of Seven of Hearts Pinot Noir Willamette Valley, 2008 to 2011, drawing from a broad range of expression and sites. Three different vintages of Luminous Hills Estate Grown Pinot Noir, 2009 to 2011, will also be poured, providing unique expressions of that special place. This event gives wine lovers a valuable opportunity to discover how – and how well – Oregon Pinot Noirs age over time. The event is also an exciting opportunity for wine enthusiasts to have an intimate tasting with a knowledgeable winemaker who produces numerous types of wine, including Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Roussanne, Rosé, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Cabernet Franc, various blends and dessert wines.Seating is limited to 12 attendees per session and the entry fee is the purchase of a four-bottle Seven of Hearts vertical priced at $100, $85 for wine club members. Hors d’oeuvres selected to pair with the wines will be provided. Email lena@sevenofheartswine.com for more information or reservations.

Fee: $100, includes 4 bottles of wine. $85 for wine club members