Oregon's most prestigious Pinot Noir sub-AVA within Willamette Valley; Jory red volcanic soil (basalt) on slopes 200–300m. The Jory soil's iron-rich red clay provides superior drainage and heat retention for Pinot Noir. Producers here: Domaine Drouhin, Domaine Serene, Erath, Ponzi, Sokol Blosser. The heart of Oregon fine Pinot Noir.
| Year | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | Cool vintage with extended hang time; Dundee Hills Jory soil produced Pinot of exceptional mineral precision |
| 2021 | — | Challenging heat event in June followed by excellent summer; harvest slightly earlier; wines concentrated and structured |
| 2020 | — | Outstanding Oregon vintage; Laurène from 2020 received universal critical acclaim; benchmark Dundee Hills year |
| 2019 | — | Classic cool-climate vintage; Drouhin wines showing Burgundian restraint and mineral depth; excellent ageing potential |
| 2018 | — | Warm vintage; Pinot achieved ripeness earlier than usual; plush and approachable expressions from Dundee Hills |
| 2017 | — | Variable weather; careful canopy management essential; Jory volcanic drainage proved advantageous in wet patches |
| 2016 | — | Benchmark Oregon vintage; Dundee Hills Pinot Noir from 2016 continues to develop magnificently in bottle |