About
Grit Cellars is a family-owned, small production winery in the Rogue Valley, Oregon, established in 2019 by winemaker Brian Dierks, a native of Southern Oregon. They craft boutique, small lot wines from grapes sourced from local Southern Oregon vineyards using traditional techniques. Their wines embody the theme of 'grit' with unique labels featuring artwork symbolizing perseverance and resilience.
Small lot wines from Southern Oregon vineyards
Grenache and Syrah blends
Theme of 'grit' in branding and labels
Photos
What They Make
2023 Grenache/Tempranillo
53% Grenache and 47% Tempranillo blend with aromas of ripe raspberry, blackberry, plum, and tobacco; medium-plus to full-bodied with polished tannins.
2022 Cabernet Sauvignon
Bouquet of bright red fruit, plum, and dried tobacco; silky softness with well-integrated tannins and vibrant freshness.
2024 Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc
Description coming soon.
2023 Semillon
Clear pale yellow with aromas of honey, citrus, zesty fruit; medium body, creamy texture with ripe peach and crisp green apple flavors.
2024 Rose of Pinot Noir
Description coming soon.
2020 GS Blend
53% Grenache and 47% Syrah; medium body with red berry, white pepper, and baking spice.
2019 Malbec
Deep ruby with blackberry, plum, cherry, vanilla, oak; medium to full-bodied with firm tannins and Oregon terroir.
Awards
Bronze Medal, Pacific Northwest Wine Competition 2022
2022
Silver Medal, Oregon Wine Awards 2021
2021
Latest News
New releases: 2024 Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc and 2024 Rose of Pinot Noir; mentions upcoming wine pourings.