5665 SW HERGERT ROAD | CORNELIUS, OR
EXTRAORDINARY VINEYARD OPPORTUNITY IN LAURELWOOD AVA Rare opportunity to own an accomplished 3.5 acre vineyard within 41 acres in the newly acclaimed Laurelwood District AVA! This exquisite hilltop vineyard is currently producing fruit for a well-established wine brand in the Willamette Valley. Known as Sundog Vineyard, this beautiful property has the ability to produce still or sparkling wines! The current planted vines include: Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Gamay Noir and Chardonnay. This sprawling vineyard estate was fully remodeled by the previous owners to affectionately soak in the 5 mountain views! Upon entering, you are greeted with high ceilings, an abundance of natural light and unparalleled views in every direction! The main level of the home sets the stage for entertaining complete with a wide open kitchen + living room combo, walls of windows and access to the garage rooftop patio for spectacular SE exposure - perfect for watching sunset while sipping wine! Rounding out the main floor is an office or bedroom, half bath and the spacious primary suite with a beautiful glass walk-in shower & walk-in closet! The lower level of the home features a fabulous wine cellar, a big family room or entertainment space, two additional bedrooms and a laundry room loaded with storage! Relax on the back flagstone patio fireside and enjoy the vineyard & cascade mountain range views! The current homeowners greatly improved the property. With attention to detail, the 3.5 acres planted vineyard is now in healthy shape and producing premium grapes! The addition of the 40x60 pole barn, at the western end of the property, allows for a flexible function - whether that’s storing farm / vineyard supplies or creating a beautiful event space! Inside the barn are two separate spaces - one currently used as a workout room and the other end is used as utility and tractor storage. This is an extraordinary opportunity to own a producing vineyard with the ability to expand an additional 15 acres, create your own winery and be part of the newly approved Laurelwood AVA!
THE DETAILS 3 beds | 2.5 baths | office 2,746 Sq Ft 41 acres 3.5 acres of vines currently planted with at least 15 acres to expand! 5 mountain & vineyard views Open concept floor plan with an intentional flow Main level primary suite with a walk-in closet, walk-in shower & 3 shower heads Striking updated kitchen with vineyard views! Custom wine cellar with 750+ bottle capacity Spacious family room or entertainment space leading to the back patio & fireplace Brand new 40x60 Pole Barn MLS #24508919
SOIL ANALYSIS The current planted vineyard is established
on
the
prime
Laurelwood soils situated near the house. The open field to the east contains (based on USGS mapping) Cornelius and Kinton soil which are also glacial silts that are wind deposited but are much
deeper
contain
and
an
possibly
impermeable
fragipan that needs to be dealt with
during
stage
of
deeper
groundwork
development. soils
grapevines vigorous
the
will
that and
The
produce are
more
have
larger
canopies that will compete for sunlight while shading fruit.
TOPOGRAPHY MAP The vineyard row direction on the western half of the open field would need to run EW in order to safely operate a tractor within the rows. This row orientation can be
adequate
when
vine
vigor
is
low,
allowing for sunlight to penetrate through to the north facing side of the canopy and fruit. This row spacing in combination with high vigor canopies can cause ripening issues
when
sunlight
does
not
pass
through readily. The eastern portion of the open field has less steep slope to it and could be planted with N-S row direction that would allow for good sun exposure on both sides of the canopy.
Chad Vargas with Vargas Viticulture Consulting has prepared a vineyard suitability report. Please call Kendall Bergstrom for Details.
LAURELWOOD DISTRICT AVA The
Laurelwood
District
AVA,
one
of
Oregon's newest AVAs, was approved in June
2020.
The
Laurelwood
District’s
boundary is the predominance of a unique soil series recognized as Laurelwood, found on the north and east-facing slope of the Chehalem Mountains.
QUICK FACTS: Established: 2020 Wineries: 25 Tasting Rooms: 25 Vineyards: 70 Total Area: 33,600 Acres Planted Area: 975 Acres Most common grape Varieties: Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay
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