troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 3hNot crushing grapes today, but Biodynamic apples from our orchard for our first Troon bottle conditioned cider. Here Dr. Deborah Shafer, our cider guru, loads bittersweet apples from our orchard into the crusher. 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 22hClosing in on the end of harvest. Today, McMinnville Tasting Room Manager Jen Wahlstrom loaded Mourvèdre into amphora! 010
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 12/09/2026First day of Harvest 2026 - Applegate Valley Oregon Syrah! 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 05/09/202694 Points "Outstanding" 2025 Troon Vineyard Vermentino "there is no way to drink this wine without a smile on your face. Just a joyous wine" thedrunkencyclist.com/2026/09/04/t...thedrunkencyclist.comThe Random Samples—9/4/2026It is time for another edition of “Random Samples”–I occasionally get samples from marketing agencies and/or producers. These can often be grouped together into some sort of overarching theme: Mure… 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 05/09/202694 Points "Outstanding" 2023 Troon Vineyard Syrah "the folks at Troon are succeeding at more than making beautiful wines; they are setting an example of not what winemaking can or should be, but what it must be. thedrunkencyclist.com/2026/09/04/t...thedrunkencyclist.comThe Random Samples—9/4/2026It is time for another edition of “Random Samples”–I occasionally get samples from marketing agencies and/or producers. These can often be grouped together into some sort of overarching theme: Mure… 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 04/09/2026The Random Samples—9/4/2026thedrunkencyclist.comThe Random Samples—9/4/2026It is time for another edition of “Random Samples”–I occasionally get samples from marketing agencies and/or producers. These can often be grouped together into some sort of overarching theme: Mure… 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 03/09/2026"Troon Vineyard is a favorite of mine...I first tasted it during my time at Gramercy Tavern, and it was one of those wines that really stuck with me," Dorian González Vega, beverage director, Union Square Cafe, NYC vinepair.com/articles/wa-...vinepair.comWe Asked 9 Wine Pros: What’s the Most Underrated American Wine Region? (2026)Scanning the shelves at a standard wine shop might make you think California is the only state making wine worth sipping. And while it’s true that Napa Valley and Sonoma County have some of the most… 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 13/08/2026Thank you to Ackley Brands and Rudy Marchesi for including Troon Vineyard & Farms in their first annual Biodynamic Dirt Camp! Here, Troon’s director of agriculture, Garett Long, presents our Biodynamic story at Troon to a group of wine trade professionals from around the country! 010
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 14/07/2026Notable Releases from Troon Vineyardmakerstable.comNotable Releases from Troon VineyardNotes on a Vermentino and two Syrahs, one with some bottle age 010
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 13/07/2026"Troon Vineyard, located at the western end of the valley, in Grant’s Pass, farms following certified biodynamic and regenerative organic principles. They don’t call themselves natural winemakers, but some might.” www.makerstable.com/p/notable-re...makerstable.comNotable Releases from Troon VineyardNotes on a Vermentino and two Syrahs, one with some bottle age 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 12/07/2026Vinography Unboxed: Week of 7/5/26vinography.comVinography Unboxed: Week of 7/5/26My thoughts, tasting notes, and scores for a bunch of wine press samples that have come my way recently, including a bunch of new releases from Cobb Wines. 011
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 06/07/2026A small 'r' routier in Bordeaux | Jancis Robinsonjancisrobinson.comA small 'r' routier in BordeauxNeed a map, vintage report or just the basics of getting the most out of your wine glass? It’s all here, and much more. 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 01/07/20265 Stars/97 points Beverage of the Week "We have been a fan of the Troon Vermentino since first tasting their 2014 vintage — now they have perfected the craft" bevx.com/bow-current/...bevx.comTroon Vineyard Vermentino Applegate Valley 2025 — Beverage of the Week | BevXEvery week we feature one of our most interesting beverage finds with our Beverage of the Week. This week we showcase Troon Vineyard Vermentino Applegate Val… 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 01/07/2026“Nate from Troon comes down and trains our team once a year, and also pours, does demos, and brings so many informational tools. We poured a nice lineup of their skin contact wine, their glou glou, their Vermentino and their rosé organicwineuncorked.substack.com/p/shelf-and-...organicwineuncorked.substack.comShelf and Shopper | Organic and Regen Friendly Retailers Panel at First Mindset Conference Finds Both Enthusiasm and Sales Growth In Key DemographicsA panel of experts painted a rosy picture of growth in the retail outlook for regeneratively farmed wine. 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 27/06/2026The Pope, The Hamptons, Substance and Stylemakerstable.comThe Pope, The Hamptons, Substance and StyleThis week’s favorite stories about food, wine, and culture 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 22/06/2026Every four years, we conduct in-depth soil studies at Troon Vineyard both for our own edification and as part of our Regenerative Organic Gold Certified® requirements. Here, our director of agriculture, Garett Long describes our soil sampling process youtube.com/shorts/RX2NM...youtube.comSoil Sampling at Troon VineyardEvery four years, we conduct in-depth soil studies at Troon Vineyard both for our own edification and as part of our Regenerative Organic Gold Certified® requirements. The key to ROC is that you have… 010
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 26/05/2026I love this Troon. Outstanding. 93 Points. thedrunkencyclist.com/2026/05/22/t...thedrunkencyclist.comThe Random Samples—5/22/2026It is time for another edition of “Random Samples”–I occasionally get samples from marketing agencies and/or producers. These can often be grouped together into some sort of overarching theme: Mure… 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 25/05/2026I love Troon for so many reasons, but there is no denying that their wines are world-class. Outstanding. 94 Points. thedrunkencyclist.com/2026/05/22/t...thedrunkencyclist.comThe Random Samples—5/22/2026It is time for another edition of “Random Samples”–I occasionally get samples from marketing agencies and/or producers. These can often be grouped together into some sort of overarching theme: Mure… 100
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 25/05/2026"Both of those attributes apply to this Troon, but I have to say, at the risk of hyperbole, that Troon wines just seem happy" thedrunkencyclist.com/2026/05/22/t...thedrunkencyclist.comThe Random Samples—5/22/2026It is time for another edition of “Random Samples”–I occasionally get samples from marketing agencies and/or producers. These can often be grouped together into some sort of overarching theme: Mure… 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 23/05/2026The Random Samples—5/22/2026 | the drunken cyclistthedrunkencyclist.comThe Random Samples—5/22/2026It is time for another edition of “Random Samples”–I occasionally get samples from marketing agencies and/or producers. These can often be grouped together into some sort of overarching theme: Mure… 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 21/05/2026"There’s Troon Vineyard in the Applegate Valley in southern Oregon, making terrific, idiosyncratic wines,” Eric Asimov www.nytimes.com/2026/05/18/d...nytimes.com 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 21/05/2026Follow the QR code for an amazing wine tasting with the finest West Coast wineries producing wines from the classic varieties of the Rhone Valley! The Rhone Rangers are riding into Oregon, 30 wineries, over 100 wines rhonerangers.org/event-calend...rhonerangers.orgJune 13: Pacific Northwest Tour | Rhone RangersThe Rhone Rangers are returning to the Pacific Northwest with a first-time tour stop in McMinnville, OR! Join us for a morning seminar highlighting Syrah and an afternoon tasting with domestic… 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 20/05/2026"There’s Troon Vineyard in the Applegate Valley in southern Oregon, making terrific, idiosyncratic wines," Eric Asimov Celebrating 50 Fifty Years of Great American Wines www.nytimes.com/2026/05/18/d...nytimes.com 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 17/05/2026Rhone Rangers Heading Back to the Pacific Northwest - BevX bevx.com/rhone-ranger...bevx.comRhone Rangers Heading Back to the Pacific Northwest - BevXRhone Rangers Heading Back to the Pacific Northwest: Syrah Seminar + Epic Tasting in McMinnville on June 13 Mark your calendars, wine lovers—the Rhone Rangers 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 15/05/2026The Rhone Rangers ride into Oregon. Taste over 100 wines from classic Rhône varieties from these wineries! Use the code TROON for a 10% discount! Sign up here! rhonerangers.org/event-calend... Sign up here! rhonerangers.org/event-calend... 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 11/05/2026Retailers Take The Lead On 'Regenerative' — As Shoppers Struggle To Decode The Label organicinsider.com/newsletter/n...organicinsider.comRetailers Take The Lead On 'Regenerative' — As Shoppers Struggle To Decode The LabelWhole Foods Market, IFOAM North America and Natural Grocers are taking leadership roles when it comes to "regenerative" claims on supermarket shelves. 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 05/05/2026While wine may be made in the vineyard, it is also made by people. It is also sold by people. Too often, we separate the two craigcamp.comcraigcamp.comWine Camp by Craig Campa winemakers look at the world of biodynamic wine and farming from Troon Vineyard in Oregon's Applegate Valley 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 04/05/2026A great interview on upcoming Mother’s Day events featuring Chef Carl Krause and his menu at Troon Vineyard! www.ijpr.org/podcast/the-...ijpr.orgSouthern Oregon brunch and winery events for Mother’s DayFrom Medford cafes to winery brunches and self-guided wine tours, here are Mother’s Day weekend brunch ideas across Southern Oregon. 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 04/05/2026Micah and Nate: Selling and Making Biodynamic Wine — Wine Camp by Craig Campcraigcamp.comMicah and Nate: Selling and Making Biodynamic Wine — Wine Camp by Craig CampI am excited to share new podcast episodes that share the stories of how two people arrived in the winery trade by very different paths. I find that most passionate wine professionals had a rainbow… 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 03/05/2026Micah and Nate: Selling and Making Biodynamic Wine craigcamp.com/journal/2026... #podcastcraigcamp.comMicah and Nate: Selling and Making Biodynamic Wine — Wine CampI am excited to share new podcast episodes that share the stories of how two people arrived in the winery trade by very different paths. I find that most passionate wine professionals had a rainbow… 010
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 03/05/2026Troon Conversations: Micah, Champagne and a Winemaker's Voyage player.captivate.fm/episode/344b... #podcast #wineplayer.captivate.fmTroon Conversations: Micah, Champagne and a Winemaker's VoyageQuickly and easily listen to Wine Camp for free! 010
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 02/05/2026The Sunny Summer Sunday Lunches start this weekend at Troon Vineyard. Enjoy the cuisine that Chef Carl Krause creates from our gardens. Each Sunday, there will be an à la carte menu featuring a selection of small plates, large plates to share, and desserts. The menu will be offered every Sunday 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 02/05/2026Marking the Trail www.oregonwinepress.com/article?arti...oregonwinepress.comMarking the TrailStudent-built project connects community, craft and wine country 010
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 30/04/2026Troon Vineyard’s director of agriculture Garett Long describes this year’s production of Biodynamic Preparation 500. youtube.com/shorts/oppoW...youtube.comHarvesting Biodynamic Preparation at Troon VineyardTroon Vineyard’s director of agriculture Garett Long describes this year’s production of Biodynamic Preparation 500. 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 29/04/2026Troon Vineyard --Three Versions of Mourvèdrebiggerthanyourhead.substack.comTroon Vineyard --Three Versions of MourvèdreAll from 2024. 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 28/04/2026We Champion Eating Locally, Why Not Drinking Locally? | Bon Appétitbonappetit.comWe Champion Eating Locally, Why Don't We Do The Same For Wine?If local restaurants and hotels are supposed to represent the best of their home turf, why aren’t they? 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 15/04/2026Red Wines from Saumur Champigny, Irancy, and the Applegate Valleymakerstable.comRed Wines from Saumur Champigny, Irancy, and the Applegate ValleyNotes on the best wines from recent tasting 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 13/04/2026Troon Vineyard & Farm’s Craig Camp Joins Demeter USA Board Of Directorsorganicwineuncorked.substack.comTroon Vineyard & Farm’s Craig Camp Joins Demeter USA Board Of DirectorsCamp has made Troon into a North Star for the winery industry. 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 07/04/2026New Podcast Episode: Selling Biodynamic Wine with a Certified Sommelier Paratrooper player.captivate.fm/episode/4fbe...player.captivate.fmSelling Biodynamic Wine with a Certified Sommelier ParatrooperQuickly and easily listen to Wine Camp for free! 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 02/04/2026"Craig Camp at Applegate Valley’s Troon Vineyard & Farm, and Mimi Casteel, at Hope Well Wine in Sheridan...their nominations highlight that the wine world is taking notice of Oregon’s deep commitment to sustainable winegrowing." Oregon Wine Press www.oregonwinepress.com/article?arti...oregonwinepress.comRooted in ResponsibilityOregon’s wine community demonstrates ecological stewardship and outstanding wines go hand in hand 001
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 02/04/2026New Oregon Wine Press Cover Story "Camp is the driving force behind Troon’s dramatic shift from conventional farming to what is currently the world’s only Demeter Biodynamic and Regenerative Organic Certified Gold winery." www.oregonwinepress.com/article?arti...oregonwinepress.comRooted in ResponsibilityOregon’s wine community demonstrates ecological stewardship and outstanding wines go hand in hand 010
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 23/03/2026Vinography Unboxed: Week of 3/15/26 www.vinography.com/2026/03/vino...vinography.comVinography Unboxed: Week of 3/15/26My thoughts, tasting notes, and scores for a bunch of press sample wines I've tried lately, including new releases from Troon, Ottavino, & Weatherborne. 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 16/03/2026None of these opportunities tempts me to risk my money, as my job involves gambling. I’m not a dealer or a croupier—I work in agriculture. In farming, like in casinos, the house, or, in our case, Mother Nature always wins. craigcamp.com/journal/2026...craigcamp.comWinegrowing in Oregon's Applegate Valley, a Conversation with Master Viticulturist Jason Cole — Wine CampBiodynamic\u00AE Regenerative Organic Certified\u2122 Winegrowing 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 15/03/2026Winegrowing in Oregon's Applegate Valley, a Conversation with Master Viticulturist Jason Cole craigcamp.com/journal/2026...craigcamp.comWinegrowing in Oregon's Applegate Valley, a Conversation with Master Viticulturist Jason Cole — Wine CampBiodynamic\u00AE Regenerative Organic Certified\u2122 Winegrowing 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 12/03/2026Join us at our Four Seasons Lunch at Troon Vineyard & Farm. Our series goes beyond farm-to-table, bringing our farm to our table. Many ingredients were harvested the morning of the lunch. Experience our team and Chef Carl Krause as we present a true farm-to-table meal. youtu.be/rsA8j7BY2zI?...youtu.beThe Four Seasons Lunch Series at Troon Vineyard and Farm - Rest: The Winter LunchJoin us at our Four Seasons Lunch at Troon Vineyard & Farm. Our series goes beyond farm-to-table, bringing our farm to our table. Many ingredients were harvested the morning of the lunch. Experience… 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 11/03/2026In this episode of the Troon Talk Podcast, we dig deeply into Biodynamic viticulture in Oregon's Applegate Valley with Master Viticulturist Jason Cole. player.captivate.fm/episode/1801...player.captivate.fmWinegrowing in Oregon's Applegate Valley: A Conversation with Master Viticulturist Jason ColeQuickly and easily listen to Wine Camp for free! 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 06/03/2026New Wine Camp Podcast: The Troon Kitchen - true farm-to-table on a Biodynamic farm player.captivate.fm/episode/755d...player.captivate.fmThe Troon Table with Chef Carl Krause and Farmer Jennifer TeislQuickly and easily listen to Wine Camp for free! 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 06/03/2026Sunday Garden to Guest Lunches at Troon! 3 Courses for $30 - Every Sunday from Noon to 4 p.m., Chef Carl Krause prepares a three-course menu from the bounty of our Biodynamic Organic farm. youtu.be/8EnCNjQNINYtroonvineyard.comTroon VineyardNaturally crafted biodynamic and organic estate wines from Oregon's Applegate Valley 000
troonwines.bsky.social @troonwines.bsky.social · 05/03/2026New Podcast "Chef Carl realized he needed more daikon for his Cover Crop Salad on the menu. He walked out the back door of the kitchen and picked some, and five minutes later, he was slicing the daikon fresh out of the ground...the farm and the table are inseparable" craigcamp.com/journal/2026...craigcamp.comThe Farm at the Table — Wine CampBiodynamic\u00AE Regenerative Organic Certified\u2122 Winegrowing 000