Great Wines Begin in the Vineyard

Karta is proud to source from premium vineyards in Oregon and Washington

At Karta Wines, we only produce a small amount of wine each year, making the sources of our fruit of the utmost importance.
We are fortunate to work with some of our region’s best vineyards and have cultivated incredible relationships with the land, the grapes and the people who tend them. These relationships are the foundation of Karta Wines.

Ninebark Vineyard, Chehalem Mountains

Ninebark vineyard is on the western slope of the Chehalem Mountains AVA, just north of Ribbon Ridge near the town of Laurelwood and looked over by Bald Peak, the highest point in the Willamette Valley. Ninebark is the source for Evangeline Chardonnay, utilizing Dijon clones 76 and 548. The soil across all vine-suitable areas is Saum, a red-brown volcanic silt loam similar to Jory. Ninebark is dry-farmed promoting deep roots and intensely flavored fruit. 

Acres: 25
Elevation: 530-650 feet
Farming: LIVE Certified | Salmon Safe
Soil: Saum

Looney Vineyard, Ribbon Ridge

First planted in 2000 by Ed and Darlene Looney, the beautiful Looney Vineyard is located in the heart of the acclaimed Ribbon Ridge AVA. The vineyard is southeast facing with marine sedimentary soils. Karta Wines is proud to source two different clones (113 and 777) of Pinot Noir from this esteemed site in one of Oregon’s prime growing regions.

Acres: 25
Elevation: 470 – 520 feet
Farming: LIVE certified
Soil: Willakenzie

Les Collines Vineyard, Walla Walla Valley

Les Collines Vineyard occupies approximately 290 acres in the foothills of the Blue Mountains, 5 miles southeast of Walla Walla, WA. Situated on a broad, generally west-sloping ridge, the southern boundary of the vineyard coincides with the border between Oregon and Washington. Les Collines is well-situated for viticulture. Its elevated foothills location provides protection from late spring and early fall frost pressure. 
Karta Syrah is Phelps Clone, from Block 50, one of the most coveted blocks in the vineyard. 

Acres: 290
Elevation: 1140 – 1370 feet
Farming: LIVE certified | Salmon Safe
Soil: Walla Walla | Athena