Saffron Fields at a Glance The Name The name Saffron Fields expresses the property’s essence of a serene, sensory oriented retreat with elegant wine reflective of the land. Derived from the saffron crocus flower, saffron is the most highly valued spice in the world. Fields of saffron harken back to owner Sanjeev Lahoti’s roots in India—where saffron grows abundantly. To food lovers, Saffron is known for its honey taste with notes of hay and grass, and for the rich golden hue it imbues in dishes. The robes of Buddhist monks are saffron colored to evoke serenity, enlightenment, and equality. The Tasting Room and Grounds Saffron Fields Vineyard invites guests to an experience unlike any other at its new tasting room in the Willamette Valley’s Yamhill-Carlton AVA. Visitors will delight in the inspired, earth- friendly design, the serenity of the Japanese gardens and reflective ponds, the world-class modern art collection, and the chance to taste multiple winemakers’ interpretations of this highly sought-after vineyard’s fruit. Owners Angela Summers and Sanjeev Lahoti founded Saffron Fields with a unique vision for a winery experience. They have partnered with the best vineyard managers and winemakers to craft stunning, world-class wines, and have created a space worthy of showcasing them. Their goal is to provide a tasting experience that becomes a part of their guests’ personal narrative. The tasting room and grounds integrate with the surrounding vineyards to create an atmosphere of reflection and enlightenment. The Wines • 2012 harvest production: 600 cases of estate Pinot noir, 300 cases of Willamette Valley Pinot noir, 100 cases of Chardonnay and 60 of Riesling • Plans to expand total production to 3,000 cases in the next three years • Available for purchase through NW Wines to You, http://northwestwinestoyou.com/ • 2010 Saffron Fields Pinot noir – 92 pts Wine Enthusiast: “A lush mash-up of aromas running from mint to blackberry to cola. It’s a wine of power and finesse...with a long finish.” 90 pts Wine Spectator: “Light and refreshing, offering pretty plum and spice flavors set on an airy texture. Comes together on the finish, with a brush of tannins.” 90 pts International Wine Cellar: “Spice- and smoke-accented aromas of red berries, cherry and sassafras, juicy and supple in texture, very good clarity, silky tannins and gentle grip.” 89+ pts Wine Advocate: “Fresh elderberry and dark cherry, sassafras and resin, brown spices and candied citrus rind entertain the nose and palate in this juicy ... offering. Excellent potential here.” The Team • Sanjeev Lahoti • Angela Summers • Tony Rynders and Chris Berg • Results Partners • 2fORM Architecture • Cellar Ridge Construction • Jessica Helgerson Interior Design • Wood is Wonderful Foundation • Kurisu International Owner/Manager Owner/Curator Winemakers Vineyard Management Architect Builder Interior Design Material Reclaiming Landscape Architecture The History 1992 Angela and Sanjeev visit Napa Valley on vacation and fall in love with wine 2004 Purchase former Laughlin dairy farm land 2005 Attend first IPNC where they meet Tony Rynders 2007 With the help of Results Partners Vineyard Management, plant 10 acres of Pinot noir 2009 Plant 12 more acres of Pinot noir; Saffron Fields fruit is sold to Rynders’ Tendril label 2010 Tony Rynders makes first vintage of Saffron Fields label Pinot noir (50 cases) 2010 Fruit is also sold to Roots; winemaker Chris Berg makes a single vineyard designate with Saffron Fields fruit 2011 200 cases of 2011 Saffron Fields Pinot noir is made (released summer 2013) 2011 Fruit is sold to EIEIO and Van Duzer, who join Roots in making a single vineyard designate 2012 600 cases of 2012 Saffron Fields Pinot noir is made (release date: spring 2014) plus 300 cases Willamette Valley Pinot noir, 100 cases Chardonnay, 60 cases Riesling 2012 Plant two acres of Chardonnay 2012 Groundbreaking for a state-of-the-art tasting room, complete with an art gallery, Japanese-inspired gardens, and a stunning event space 2013 In September, Saffron Fields tasting room opened Video and Photography • Interviews with Angela and Sanjeev: http://vimeo.com/44223129 • Time-lapse of the barn deconstruction: http://vimeo.com/50404619 • Harvest 2012: http://vimeo.com/56668339 • Old Barn, new beginnings: https://vimeo.com/56867796 • Photos: http://andreajohnson.photoshelter.com/gallery/Oregon-Saffron-