Family-Owned, Estate-Grown, Crafted with Care
J Wrigley Vineyards is proudly family-owned and operated, rooted in a deep commitment to craftsmanship, land stewardship, and genuine hospitality. Every bottle reflects a hands-on approach from vineyard to cellar, guided by the passion of owners John and Jody Wrigley to craft exceptional wines that express the character of the Willamette Valley.
John Wrigley
Owner, Winemaker, and Vineyard Manager
John was raised on the farm and ranch homesteaded by his family in the early 1900s. Spanning 1,200 acres with cattle, sheep, and hogs, the ranch taught him lessons in farming and animal care—skills he now applies to managing his family vineyard.
The search for the J Wrigley Vineyard began in 2005 and ended with the purchase of the estate property in December 2006, followed by two years of preparation and planting. John’s winemaking has been largely self-taught, fueled by passion and curiosity.
His first experience came after college, experimenting with plums and other fruits, later progressing to vintages made from purchased grapes. The 2011 harvest marked his first estate-grown wines, with Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris finding their way into barrel. Guided by his farming roots, John believes in minimal intervention, letting the vineyard speak through the wine. Above all, John is a family man, and he’ll be the first to say his family makes all the hard work worthwhile.
Jody Wrigley
Owner
With a lifelong love of wine, Jody met John on a trip to Oregon. From that first meeting, they knew they would not only share a passion for wine but also a love for each other and for building what is now J Wrigley Vineyards.
Together, Jody and John have poured their hearts and souls into developing this family business. Jody’s mom, Sharon, plays a prominent role in the tasting room, supporting the hospitality team. Family is at the core of J Wrigley’s values, and they live this value in every sense of the word.
As it’s often said, “Planting a vineyard and making wine is a lifestyle!” With the help of their dedicated team, John and Jody continue to share their passion with wine lovers, one glass at a time.
Our vineyard atop Cherry Hill
J Wrigley Vineyards is an estate winery located in the McMinnville AVA within Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Situated in the foothills of the Oregon Coast Range, the vineyard benefits from a cool-climate maritime influence and a mix of marine sedimentary and volcanic soils, which contribute to wines of balance, structure, and complexity.
Founded by the Wrigley family, the estate spans approximately 200 acres in Sheridan, Oregon, with vineyard plantings beginning in 2008. The winery produces small-lot, estate-grown wines including Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, and Riesling, with a focus on expressing the unique character of the McMinnville AVA’s elevated, hillside terroir.
- Elevation 600 to 725ft
- Southeast facing
- 12% Slope
- Vines are 100% Grafted Root Stock 3309 and 101-14
- Sustainably Farmed
- Non-irrigated
- VSP Trellis method
The vineyard features:
Pinot Noir Clones
- Dijon 115
- Dijon 777
- Dijon 828
- Pommard
- Wädenswil (2A)
Chardonnay Clones
- Chardonnay 76
- Chardonnay 95
Other Varietals
- Riesling
- Pinot Gris
