Belle Pente

Willamette Valley Chardonnay, Gamay, and Riesling with prestige critic recognition.

Belle Pente produces wines from Oregon's Willamette Valley, a region celebrated for its cool-climate precision and aromatic intensity. The winery's portfolio centers on three flagship expressions: a Chardonnay and Gamay Noir, both averaging 90 points across prestige critic assessments, and a Riesling at 88.4 points. These wines reflect the valley's signature character—elegant structure, bright acidity, and mineral tension. Chardonnay from Willamette Valley typically expresses orchard fruit and subtle oak integration; Gamay Noir, the region's signature red variety, delivers red-fruit purity with silky tannins; Riesling showcases the aromatic potential of cool-climate viticulture. Belle Pente's selections have been evaluated by Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, Falstaff, and Decanter, positioning the winery within Oregon's serious fine-wine conversation.