Knudsen Erath Winery
Winery · Founded 1975, closed 1988 · Dundee, OR
Also known as Knudsen-Erath
Partnership between grower Cal Knudsen and winemaker Dick Erath, established in 1975 and described as the first commercial winery in the Dundee Hills. The partners separated in 1988 and Erath continued under his own name.
Ownership
- Dick Erath (co-founder, from 1975)
- Cal Knudsen (co-founder, from 1975)
- Erath Winery (succeeded by, from 1988)
Work
- Dick Erath (winemaker, 1975–1988)
Fruit sourcing
- Knudsen Vineyards (sources fruit from)
Affiliation
- Willamette Valley Wineries Association (founding member, from 1983)
Geography
- Dundee Hills AVA (draws fruit from)