Maloof, Wax On Wax Soif Blanche (2023) - Applegate Valley, Oregon

The two Soif wines are produced from grapes sourced in the Applegate Valley, about six hours south of the estate. The vineyards are overseen by friend Herb Quady and Applegate Vineyard management. These wines provide the opportunity to step outside the box of plant material the Willamette Valley’s climate has to offer. Direct pressed and fermented in neutral oak barrels. Aged on the lees for 8 to 10 months with no bâtonnage until bottling. Bottled without any fining or filtration.

The Maloof Estate themselves are nestled off the beaten path in the eastern edge of the coastal range in the most northwest corner of the Willamette Valley. Harvey Shafer planted their first grapes in 1972, the newest being planted in 2000, it remains one of the oldest commercial vineyards in the area. Today, the farming program is run by the Maloof crew, winemakers Ross & Bee Maloof with Perry Heistuma. Maloof Wines have been making juice since 2015, and are proudly produced at the base of the Dundee Hills, inside the Day Camp facility.