The name came from a combination of the two winemakers’ middle names. Dyson Paul DeMara and Scott O’Brien Kelley met while working at Robert Mondavi Winery in the Napa Valley 20 years ago.
With more than 60 years of experience between them, across 6 countries and 4 continents, it is no surprise this is a delight to drink.
The nose reflects restrained notes of cherries, raspberries, and strawberries.
The palate, on the other hand bright, juicy, and inviting. Pleasant layers of black cherries, raspberries, and cranberries with secondary notes of cola, vanilla, and subtle baking spices.
Light, breezy, and easy to drink with a hint of sweetness on the middle palate. This is Oregon on a budget that over-delivers.
Nice silky mouthfeel, and enough elegance and restraint to make it interesting.
Cellaring: this already has 4 years under its belt. I would suggest another 3–4 years out to 2028.
Pairings: keep it easy and simple focused on Chicken and Pork with barking spices and mushrooms included. Let us not forget Salmon with a soy/ginger/honey sauce over a bed of broccoli and carrots.
Vine to Table 