Analemma Wines

Analemma is a Demeter-certified Biodynamic grower-producer in the Mosier Hills of the Columbia Gorge. Founded by Steven Thompson and Kris Fade, the project began farming in the Gorge in 2010 and planted its first estate vines in Mosier in 2012, earning Biodynamic certification in 2017. The winery takes its name from the analemma, the figure-eight path the sun traces across the sky, reflecting its aim to make wines that express a specific place. The estate occupies a cherry orchard with vineyards, lavender plantings, grazing pastures, gardens, and three Jersey cows. All wines are produced onsite in a facility converted from an existing barn. The lineup includes Mencia, Godello, Trousseau, and a Blanc de Noirs from Pinot Noir grown at the Atavus vineyard in the Cascade foothills. Winemaking relies on native yeast, whole-cluster fermentation for some wines, and hand harvesting. Visitors are received at the cellar door and can book Exploratory Field Tastings, capped at six guests, which move through the biodynamic vineyards with members of the winegrowing team. The property also offers weekend food and wine pairings, vineyard walks, picnics, and seasonal U-pick cherries and lavender.

Written by Ava from public sources. Not written or reviewed by the winery.