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2020 Oregon Wine Experience
Our top priority is the health and wellbeing of our guests, wineries, and the greater community. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve made the decision to eliminate larger gatherings that surround Oregon Wine Experience for 2020. While these in-person events will be eliminated this year, there are exciting, virtual opportunities for you to participate from home! Please find below a schedule for this year’s events and virtual opportunities.
Oregon Wine Competition – Friday, July 17 through Sunday, July 19
- A premier wine competition
- Open to all commercially approved wines using 100% Oregon AVA grapes
- A world-class panel of judges featuring Masters of Wine, Master Sommeliers and renowned wine writers
Virtual Medal Celebration – Friday, August 14
- Kick-off virtual celebration of the Oregon Wine Experience
- Livestream announcement of Oregon Wine Competition results and winner recognition
- Sponsors receive an opulent “Medal Celebration in a box” including 2020 Oregon Wine Competition award-winning wines and culinary creations to enjoy at home. The general public can also purchase these packages for $75 while supplies last here.
- Livestream available via this link, and on our Facebook and YouTube channels
Online Miracle Auction – Launches Friday, August 14
- One-of-a-kind experiences and lots will be available for anyone to participate and bid from their phone, tablet or computer
- Premier live and silent auction items
- Preview items and register to bid today here
- Online bidding starts Friday, August 14 and closes on Saturday, August 22 at 10 p.m. PT
Online Founders’ Barrel Auction – Launches Friday, August 14
- Bid on one-of-a-kind, exclusive blends made special by top Oregon winemakers and found only at this auction
- Add to your collection exquisite, custom crush wine futures crafted by leading Oregon wineries
- Bid on exclusive Oregon wines from home, all to benefit local health care programs.
- View wine lots and register to bid today here
- Online bidding starts Friday, August 14 and closes on Sunday, August 23 at 12 p.m. PT
Virtual Miracle Program – Saturday, August 22
- Livestream program featuring the 2020 Miracle Story and a virtual Paddle Raise
- Online auction with lavish and unique packages to bid on beginning Friday, August 14 through Saturday, August 22
- Sponsors receive an opulent “Miracle Auction in a box” including 2020 Oregon Wine Competition award-winning wines and culinary creations to enjoy at home
- $10k+ sponsors also receive a swag bag
- Livestream available via this link, and on our Facebook and YouTube channels
- Intimate gatherings hosted by winery owners at winery, vineyard and culinary partner locations
- Unique, multi-course dinners with exceptional, vintner-curated pairings
- Special features and amenities offered by event hosts
- Top-tier sponsor benefit
Oregon Wine University Classes
- Anchor Series: Pairing wine with everything from Shakespeare to world-famous blue cheese to the art of barrel tasting.
- Advanced Series: Winemakers guide you to the next level of wine appreciation and education
Online Silent & Miracle Auctions – August 14-22
- Bid on premier, unique experiences and items from home starting on August 14
- Anyone around the world can participate