After his introduction to wine in his early 20s by his wife Elise, CJ moved to Oregon and joined the Portland Trail Blazers, finding himself just a short drive away from one of the top wine regions in the country. There, he was able to pursue his newfound passion even further. 

Turning his passion into business, CJ launched McCollum Heritage 91 in 2020 with the release of the inaugural 2018 Pinot noir. He has since released a 2020 Rosé and will be introducing additional new varietals later this year. 

McCollum Heritage 91 is a culmination of CJ’s passion for wine and dedication to creating a brand that carries his legacy forward. Together with Elise, CJ acquired a 318-acre vineyard property in the Yamihill-Carlton AVA in 2021. While the McCollums will announce additional plans for the property and programming at a later date, the land acquisition solidifies their long-term vision, amplifying the overarching goal of creating an exceptional vineyard that produces world-class wines.

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