Episode 291: A revolution in Oregon plus ranking the world’s top 5 sparkling wine regions

Episode 291: A revolution in Oregon plus ranking the world’s top 5 sparkling wine regions

June 11, 2026 · 58 min · Episode 291

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The episode discusses the revolution in Oregon's sparkling wine industry and ranks the top sparkling wine regions globally.

A revolution has begun in Oregon and it could change American wine forever. After decades of experimentation, hard work, and dreams - the greatest sparkling wine producers in Oregon have banded together to create “Method Oregon”. Today we talk to two of the leading producers to find out how in the world they were able to overcome all the challenges that exist in the wine world to get everyone on the same page to start a revolution in sparkling wine. We also rank the 5 greatest sparkling wine regions on earth and see where Oregon fits in. Don’t forget to grab tickets to the Method Oregon grand tasting and all the events July 24-25th in the Willamette Valley. https://tickets.methodoregon.com/

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Organizations: Method Oregon

Places: Oregon, Willamette Valley

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