Belle Vallee Cellars: Momtazi Vineyard

In 1997, Moe and Flora Momtazi purchased 532 acres of abandoned wheat farm just south of their home in McMinnville, Oregon. Though most saw it as wild and uncared for, Moe saw a vital, thriving piece of land that had been free from chemicals for seven years. Momtazi Vineyards practice holistic farming, employing practices from both organic and Biodynamic agriculture. By using such methods they not only believe that they are enhancing the ecology of their land, but also growing the best grapes possible.