Dundee Hills Wineries Recognized in 2025 Top 100 Lists
Capping off a milestone year celebrating 60 years of winemaking in the Dundee Hills and 20 years as an established AVA, the region earned significant global recognition: three Dundee Hills wineries were named to Top 100 lists by Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, and James Suckling.
The achievements of these wineries reflect the strength of the entire AVA, including its legacy with world-class Pinot Noir and its rising prominence in Chardonnay, sparkling wine, and beyond. They showcase a region defined by skilled farming and land stewardship, expert winemaking, and excellence in every vintage and varietal.
- Arterberry Maresh: Dundee Hills Pinot Noir 2023 (James Suckling Top 100 – #5)
- “Tense and savory, with layers of spicy herbs and black pepper, together with pure, elegant fruit wrapped in blood-orange zest. The structure is tightly wound, with firm, deeply rooted tannins and almost endless length. The mid-palate unfolds with bitter oranges, seashells, iron and crushed bricks, adding complexity.”
- Stoller Family Estate: Dundee Hills Pinot Noir 2023 (Wine Spectator Top 100 – #41)
- “Rich and structured at the core, with handsome flavors of raspberry and pomegranate laced with forest floor and dusky spices as this gathers tannins on the finish.”
- Domaine Serene Vineyards & Winery: MV Fleur de Vie Demi-Sec Sparkling Blend (Wine Enthusiast Top 100 – #61)
- “Fleur de Vie’s genteel bubbles tickle the nose in a consensual fashion, as do the aromas of walnuts, figs and a touch of wet stones. A smooth and almost creamy texture coaxes flavors of lemon, peaches, pecans and honeycomb. Although the Fleur de Vie’s sweetness is subtle, it will put you in the mood for a slice of pecan pie.”
