Olsen Family Vineyards would like to take a moment of pause to acknowledge the passing of Oregon wine industry pioneer David Lett, from Eyrie Vineyards.

David Lett, along with his wife Diana, came to the Willamette Valley in the mid 1960s. Settling in the beautiful Dundee area, the Lett’s set an early standard for quality Pinot Noir production in the Willamette Valley and were the first to plant and bottle Pinot Gris in the U.S.  With David’s strong vision and ability to promote our region as a premier wine growing area, he helped lay the foundation of where we are today. Olsen Family Vineyards was, and remains, humbled and inspired by his lifelong efforts, consummate professionalism and support of the wineries here.

The Lett family has issued a statement, along with information on where to send condolences and memorialized gifts to David’s favorite causes. More information can be found on the Eyrie Vineyards Website.

David Lett will be dearly missed, and our hearts go out to the Lett family and friends during this time.