Hawkins Cellars

Thane Hawkins is hired by Methven Family Vineyards to be assistant winemaker, while also making a small quantity of his own Pinot Noir, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Hawkins Cellars is born. 2011 Caldera Red wins Double Gold (94 points) at San Francisco Int’l Wine Competition. Recognized as Top Rated winery in the Pacific Northwest by Travel + Leisure magazine. 2015 Yamhill Carlton Pinot Noir wins Gold Medal at San Francisco Int’l Wine Competition. Three 2015 Pinot Noirs rated 90 to 92 points by Burghound Review