Royer Vineyard

At Royer Vineyard, we began in 2016 with a passion and philosophy to do just one thing - grow the best white grapes in Oregon. Our focus began with Chardonnay and Riesling. In 2023 we expanded with one acre of Sauvignon Blanc. With a few more acres unexplored we will see what comes next.

Cheers

Mark & June Royer

Royer Vineyard sits on the southwest facing ridge of the Eola Hills, named after Aeolus the Greek God of Wind. The vineyard currently has 15 acres planted - 13 acres of which are Chardonnay. The clonal selection is diverse with both French and Heritage clones creating a healthy environment and a more complex wine.

Elevation on the site ranges from 600-700′ (relatively high for Oregon) and the soils are mix of Ritner, Witzel, Nekia, and Jory of volcanic origin. The row orientation varies from N-S to NE-SW taking full advantage of the Van Duzer Corridor winds coming through a cut in the coastal mountain range. These winds act to thicken grape skins as well as reduce disease and pest pressure. The site experiences wide diurnal swings helping the grapes recover from the day’s heat and build beautiful acidity.

The vineyard is home for many native Oregon oaks and is part of the Willamette Valley Oak Accord. Further, in 2019, one acre of truffle inoculated Hazelnut trees were planted which should provide many decades of yummy treats. In 2024, four more acres were planted as a truffle orchard.

All farming is in accord with organic practices which best sustain the land - no synthetic applications and minimal soil compaction.  Extensive work has been done to understand cover crops as a means to nurture the soil, encourage the micro-biome, improve carbon sequestration, increase water retention, and create a healthy self-sustaining environment rich with beneficial insects, birds, and fungi.

Royer vineyard sells to some of the premier wineries in Oregon who recognize and appreciate what we are doing here. For a list of our partners click here - they will appreciate it