Sun Break Red Vermouth, Oregon, USA

Sunbreak Red Vermouth is a richly spiced and beautifully layered apéritif that celebrates the depth and complexity of Oregon-grown Pinot Noir. Infused with 20 organic and no-spray botanicals ranging from rose hips and cedar to cardamom and cherry bark, this red vermouth balances vibrant fruit character with earthy spice and elegant bitterness. Its expressive profile makes it equally compelling on its own or as the backbone of a classic cocktail.

Product Details:

• Alcohol: 16.7% ABV
• Base Wine: Pinot Noir
• Fortification: Grape brandy distilled from rosé of Pinot Noir
• Botanicals: 20 organic and no-spray botanicals, including cardamom, cinnamon, roasted chicory root, maqui berries, juniper berries, rose hips, elderflower, orange peel, sage, grains of paradise, angelica root, gentian root, horehound, blessed thistle, anise seed, fennel seed, wild cherry bark, elecampane root, Oregon grape, and wormwood
• Residual Sugar: 9.5%
• Owner/Winemaker: David Patte

Sensory Description:

A deep brick red in the glass, this vermouth opens with aromas of baking spice, cedar, and orange peel. The palate delivers a vibrant mix of cherry, cranberry, and bitter herbs, lifted by nutty cardamom and a forest-like depth. The rich texture and balanced sweetness lead to a lingering finish marked by dried spice and subtle fruit.

Awards & Accolades:

• 91 Points – Wine Enthusiast (Non-Vintage)

Winemaker's Background:

Sunbreak is a family-run winery crafting distinctive wines, sparkling ciders, and vermouths from sustainably farmed grapes and botanicals in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Owner and winemaker David Patte draws inspiration from his French heritage and local terroir, using traditional methods and no-spray practices to ensure purity of flavor and environmental integrity. Sunbreak vermouths are small-batch expressions of the land, rooted in tradition and crafted with care.

Serving Suggestions:

• Enjoy chilled or over ice with a twist or wedge of orange
• Add to classic cocktails like the Manhattan or Boulevardier
• Use in inventive riffs on Negronis or Americano-style spritzes
• Best served at 50–55°F for optimal depth and aromatic complexity

Why Sunbreak Red Vermouth:

With its bold blend of Pinot Noir and botanicals, both familiar and rare, Sunbreak Red Vermouth offers a dynamic take on the traditional sweet vermouth. It’s thoughtfully composed, deeply aromatic, and a natural fit for the apéritif table or the cocktail bar, proof that Oregon terroir can speak fluently through botanicals as well as grapes.