Kristof Farms
@kristoffarms.bsky.social
Not just any family farm in Yamhill, Oregon, but The Most Beautiful Farm in the World. We raise wine grapes and cider apples and turn them into Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Rosé and hard cider. Info at KristofFarms.com
We have no ghosts or goblins on Kristof Farms -- they're scared away because our Pinot Noir is divine -- but we have do have some scary inhabitants. This mountain lion, caught on our wildlife camera, haunts our deer. Happy Halloween.
October 31, 2025 at 7:08 PM
We have no ghosts or goblins on Kristof Farms -- they're scared away because our Pinot Noir is divine -- but we have do have some scary inhabitants. This mountain lion, caught on our wildlife camera, haunts our deer. Happy Halloween.
A call for the wine industry to be less snobbish, less focused on trying to educate people about acids and tannins and terroir, and more emphatic about making wine drinking fun and a good value, from @ericasimov.bsky.social , wine critic of the @nytimes.com : www.nytimes.com/2025/10/14/d...
What Can Be Done to Save the Ailing Wine Industry? Our Critic Has Thoughts.
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October 16, 2025 at 9:24 PM
A call for the wine industry to be less snobbish, less focused on trying to educate people about acids and tannins and terroir, and more emphatic about making wine drinking fun and a good value, from @ericasimov.bsky.social , wine critic of the @nytimes.com : www.nytimes.com/2025/10/14/d...
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In 2025, the percentage of Americans who say they drink alcoholic beverages is at its lowest since the repeal of Prohibition in 1933. news.gallup.com/poll/693362/...
October 16, 2025 at 3:12 PM
In 2025, the percentage of Americans who say they drink alcoholic beverages is at its lowest since the repeal of Prohibition in 1933. news.gallup.com/poll/693362/...
On Kristof Farms, we’ve been playing with Sora, the new AI video app.
October 4, 2025 at 4:03 AM
On Kristof Farms, we’ve been playing with Sora, the new AI video app.
Last call: Spots available for a wine/cider tasting and tour here at Kristof Farms this Saturday at 2:45. Info and reservations at info@kristoffarms.com. Nick and Sheryl lead the tours, and folks often say it's the best such visit they've ever been on. Lots to talk about.
October 2, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Last call: Spots available for a wine/cider tasting and tour here at Kristof Farms this Saturday at 2:45. Info and reservations at info@kristoffarms.com. Nick and Sheryl lead the tours, and folks often say it's the best such visit they've ever been on. Lots to talk about.
Pinot Noir harvest! In 2027, this will be incredible wine, God willing. Thanks to the picking crews for their tremendous work. And if you’re in the area, we’re having a tour and tasting on Saturday at 2:45. For details, visit kristoffarms.com or email info@kristoffarms.com
September 30, 2025 at 2:21 AM
Pinot Noir harvest! In 2027, this will be incredible wine, God willing. Thanks to the picking crews for their tremendous work. And if you’re in the area, we’re having a tour and tasting on Saturday at 2:45. For details, visit kristoffarms.com or email info@kristoffarms.com
President Trump dispatched federal troops to crush "domestic terrorists" in "war-ravaged Portland." We call on him to divert the troops from Portland to our vineyard and orchard on Kristof Farms, where we do have a domestic terrorist problem. We explain: nickkristof.substack.com/p/president-...
September 28, 2025 at 2:47 AM
President Trump dispatched federal troops to crush "domestic terrorists" in "war-ravaged Portland." We call on him to divert the troops from Portland to our vineyard and orchard on Kristof Farms, where we do have a domestic terrorist problem. We explain: nickkristof.substack.com/p/president-...
Our last farm tour and wine/cider tasting was heavily oversubscribed, so we're opening up Kristof Farms again on Sat., Sept. 20, at 1pm and 2:45pm. Nick and Sheryl will lead the tasting and tour. Book early at info@kristoffarms.com, saying which time and how many people.
September 12, 2025 at 4:28 AM
Our last farm tour and wine/cider tasting was heavily oversubscribed, so we're opening up Kristof Farms again on Sat., Sept. 20, at 1pm and 2:45pm. Nick and Sheryl will lead the tasting and tour. Book early at info@kristoffarms.com, saying which time and how many people.
For an excellent daily newsletter with news of wine from around the world, check out thespill.net Much recommended. By @tomwark.bsky.social
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September 11, 2025 at 9:40 PM
For an excellent daily newsletter with news of wine from around the world, check out thespill.net Much recommended. By @tomwark.bsky.social
In which one of our grape vines discusses being hermaphroditic and LGBT and expresses concerns that as a result the Trump administration will send masked men to uproot him: nickkristof.substack.com/p/pssst-dont...
Pssst. Don’t Tell the Trump Administration About This
Breaking: Grapes at Kristof Farms Demand Civil Rights. In other news, we’re opening the farm gates again, just in time for harvest. Coincidence?
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September 11, 2025 at 5:12 PM
In which one of our grape vines discusses being hermaphroditic and LGBT and expresses concerns that as a result the Trump administration will send masked men to uproot him: nickkristof.substack.com/p/pssst-dont...
Thanks, Business Traveler Magazine, for this shout-out for our “acclaimed Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.” Our grape vines are blushing. You can order a case, delivered to your door in the U.S., at kristoffarms.com
September 6, 2025 at 12:27 AM
Thanks, Business Traveler Magazine, for this shout-out for our “acclaimed Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.” Our grape vines are blushing. You can order a case, delivered to your door in the U.S., at kristoffarms.com
Our last tasting and farm tour before the harvest will be Sept. 7, at 2:45pm and 4:30pm. Sheryl and Nick lead the tours and conversation and share five wines and ciders. Always fun, and a chance to sample Pinot Noir grapes on the vine. Reserve by emailing info@kristoffarms.com
August 23, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Our last tasting and farm tour before the harvest will be Sept. 7, at 2:45pm and 4:30pm. Sheryl and Nick lead the tours and conversation and share five wines and ciders. Always fun, and a chance to sample Pinot Noir grapes on the vine. Reserve by emailing info@kristoffarms.com
We've had cancelations and at the last minute have a handful of spaces available for our 1p.m. and 2:45 wine/cider tastings and Kristof Farms tours tomorrow, led by Nick and Sheryl. Book by emailing info@kristoffarms.com. Always lots of fun.
August 16, 2025 at 7:53 PM
We've had cancelations and at the last minute have a handful of spaces available for our 1p.m. and 2:45 wine/cider tastings and Kristof Farms tours tomorrow, led by Nick and Sheryl. Book by emailing info@kristoffarms.com. Always lots of fun.
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Kristof Farms is closed to the public, but about 6 times a year we open it to wine/cider tastings & tours led by Nick and Sheryl--including next weekend. On Sat, Aug 16, we'll have one at 4:30. On Sun, Aug 17 at 1pm and 2:45. You must reserve at info@kristoffarms.com. Going fast!
August 10, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Kristof Farms is closed to the public, but about 6 times a year we open it to wine/cider tastings & tours led by Nick and Sheryl--including next weekend. On Sat, Aug 16, we'll have one at 4:30. On Sun, Aug 17 at 1pm and 2:45. You must reserve at info@kristoffarms.com. Going fast!
No cougar or bear photos in our newsletter this time, just Nick and Sheryl and kids in the Wallowas! And an announcement that we're opening up Kristof Farms to visitors this weekend. Join us: www.kristoffarms.com/campaigns/vi... (you can sign up for the newsletter at kristoffarms.com/subscribe
From the Wallowas to the Wine Glass — Final Summer Tastings
Fresh from the Wallowas, we’re opening the farm for one last weekend of wine, cider, and conversations under the August sun.
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August 13, 2025 at 10:00 PM
No cougar or bear photos in our newsletter this time, just Nick and Sheryl and kids in the Wallowas! And an announcement that we're opening up Kristof Farms to visitors this weekend. Join us: www.kristoffarms.com/campaigns/vi... (you can sign up for the newsletter at kristoffarms.com/subscribe
Kristof Farms is closed to the public, but about 6 times a year we open it to wine/cider tastings & tours led by Nick and Sheryl--including next weekend. On Sat, Aug 16, we'll have one at 4:30. On Sun, Aug 17 at 1pm and 2:45. You must reserve at info@kristoffarms.com. Going fast!
August 10, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Kristof Farms is closed to the public, but about 6 times a year we open it to wine/cider tastings & tours led by Nick and Sheryl--including next weekend. On Sat, Aug 16, we'll have one at 4:30. On Sun, Aug 17 at 1pm and 2:45. You must reserve at info@kristoffarms.com. Going fast!
Our farm is mostly closed to the public, but every now and then we open it to wine/cider tastings and tours, including this weekend. The ones we announced filled up, so we're adding one for 2:45-4pm this Saturday, July 19. You must reserve a spot in advance via info@kristoffarms.com.
July 14, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Our farm is mostly closed to the public, but every now and then we open it to wine/cider tastings and tours, including this weekend. The ones we announced filled up, so we're adding one for 2:45-4pm this Saturday, July 19. You must reserve a spot in advance via info@kristoffarms.com.
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In other farm newsletters, we've highlighted the bears and cougars who show up on our wildlife cameras. Today it's the coyotes: open.substack.com/pub/nickkris... You can sign up for the emails here: www.kristoffarms.com/subscribe
July 11, 2025 at 11:28 PM
In other farm newsletters, we've highlighted the bears and cougars who show up on our wildlife cameras. Today it's the coyotes: open.substack.com/pub/nickkris... You can sign up for the emails here: www.kristoffarms.com/subscribe
Bambi comes to Kristof Farms
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June 24, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Bambi comes to Kristof Farms
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In Trump-voting Yamhill county in rural Oregon, ICE detains a long-time resident and small business owner, Moises Sotelo — and the community erupts in support for him.
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When the Fawns Arrive and ICE Follows
Even in rural Oregon, immigration raids disrupt families—and stir unexpected solidarity
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June 24, 2025 at 8:40 PM
In Trump-voting Yamhill county in rural Oregon, ICE detains a long-time resident and small business owner, Moises Sotelo — and the community erupts in support for him.
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"Chardonnays from Oregon’s Willamette Valley are proving they’re among the best in the world," writes @winespectator.bsky.social. It adds: "Atop the list, Kristof— brand new to Wine Spectator—made a splash." Read here: www.winespectator.com/articles/8-o... And order here: KristofFarms.com
Love Chardonnay? Try These 8 Outstanding Oregon Wines at 90+ Points
Get a sneak peek at Wine Spectator's latest tastings with expert scores and tasting notes for these Willamette Valley whites priced $28 to $50.
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June 18, 2025 at 1:12 AM
"Chardonnays from Oregon’s Willamette Valley are proving they’re among the best in the world," writes @winespectator.bsky.social. It adds: "Atop the list, Kristof— brand new to Wine Spectator—made a splash." Read here: www.winespectator.com/articles/8-o... And order here: KristofFarms.com
Thanks to @winespectator.bsky.social for this tribute to Oregon Chardonnays ("among the best in the world"), and for including our own 2022 Chardonnay to head the list! We're honored to be in great company. Check it out: kristoffarms.com
June 15, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Thanks to @winespectator.bsky.social for this tribute to Oregon Chardonnays ("among the best in the world"), and for including our own 2022 Chardonnay to head the list! We're honored to be in great company. Check it out: kristoffarms.com
We're thrilled to be named in the @Oregonian "readers choice" awards as one of the three best wineries in the state! Oregon wine rocks. www.oregonlive.com/living/2025/...
Here are the 5 best Oregon wine brands: Readers Choice Awards
Did your favorite make the list?
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June 6, 2025 at 6:47 PM
We're thrilled to be named in the @Oregonian "readers choice" awards as one of the three best wineries in the state! Oregon wine rocks. www.oregonlive.com/living/2025/...
We believe in voting -- in presidential elections, local elections and wine elections. Today's the last day to vote in The Oregonian's ballot for readers' favorite winery in Oregon. So vote! www.oregonlive.com/dining/2025/...
Vote for your favorite Oregon winery: Readers Choice Awards
You can vote once a day until 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
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June 3, 2025 at 10:48 PM
We believe in voting -- in presidential elections, local elections and wine elections. Today's the last day to vote in The Oregonian's ballot for readers' favorite winery in Oregon. So vote! www.oregonlive.com/dining/2025/...
Oregon has amazing wineries, and we at @kristoffarms.bsky.social are honored to be a finalist for the Oregonian's "reader choice" selection of Best Winery in Oregon. You can vote here: www.oregonlive.com/dining/2025/... Hint, hint!
Vote for your favorite Oregon winery: Readers Choice Awards
You can vote once a day until 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
www.oregonlive.com
June 2, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Oregon has amazing wineries, and we at @kristoffarms.bsky.social are honored to be a finalist for the Oregonian's "reader choice" selection of Best Winery in Oregon. You can vote here: www.oregonlive.com/dining/2025/... Hint, hint!