Our Story
Savage Grace Wines was established in 2011 by owner-wine-maker Michael Savage, with a vintage of Cabernet Franc.
His vision is to make old-world style, lower-alcohol, balanced, and terroir expressive wines. He is continuing to deepen his core understanding of all stages in the vinification process, to put his philosophy of low-intervention winemaking into practice, where the grape, vineyard, and vintage form a unique balance. Currently practicing regenerative farming, Michael is an advocate of the hands-on in the vineyard, hands-off in the winery philosophy.
Savage Grace Winery is perched on Underwood Mountain in the Columbia Gorge AVA. The estate includes 42 acres that span from 1000 to 1400 feet in elevation. Overlooking the Columbia Gorge; The Columbia River plays an integral role in the weather and temperature surrounding and in the vineyard.
“SAVAGE” – echoes the struggle of the grape to withstand the stress of ripening, along with making wine that is true to the grape, site, and vintage.
“GRACE” – also Michael's wife’s name, is symbolizing what he hopes to achieve as the end result. A wine that is delicate, balanced, approachable yet expressive.
