08/05/2026
Mindpower Gallery Welcomes Abacela Winery for a Special Evening of Wine, Music & Conversation
Some wine evenings we introduce you to great wines.
Other nights we introduce you to the people who changed wine history.
On Friday, August 7th, Mindpower Gallery is honored to welcome Abacela Winery to Reedsport for an extraordinary evening featuring acclaimed wines, live music, and the opportunity to meet one of the world's foremost authorities on wine and climate.
From 4:00–7:00 PM, guests will enjoy a guided selection of Abacela's celebrated wines while meeting Dr. Gregory V. Jones, CEO of Abacela Winery and internationally recognized climatologist whose research has helped reshape how vineyards around the world understand the relationship between climate, terroir, and exceptional wine.
Long before Abacela became one of Oregon's most respected wineries, the Jones family approached winemaking differently. Rather than asking where to plant grapes, they asked a scientific question:
"Where in America does the climate most closely resemble Spain's Rioja?"
Years of climate research led them to Oregon's Umpqua Valley, where they established Abacela and helped introduce Oregon to world-class Tempranillo. Today, Abacela is internationally recognized for pioneering Spanish varietals in the Pacific Northwest while producing award-winning wines that express the unique character of Southern Oregon.
Dr. Jones has spent more than twenty-five years studying the interaction between weather, climate, grape growing, and wine quality. His work has taken him around the globe as a researcher, professor, speaker, and advisor, making this an uncommon opportunity to learn about exceptional wines while hearing firsthand the fascinating science behind them.
Adding another special dimension to the evening, guests will enjoy live music by Liz Jones, whose performances create the perfect backdrop for relaxed conversation, great wine, and an inspiring evening inside the gallery.
Whether you're an experienced collector, an aspiring wine enthusiast, or simply curious about Oregon wine, this event offers far more
—it is an opportunity to discover how science, art, music, and craftsmanship come together in every bottle.
Join us for an unforgettable evening where every glass tells a story.
Abacela Winery
Friday, August 7
4:00–7:00 PM
Mindpower Gallery
417 Fir Avenue
Reedsport, Oregon
Fine Art • Custom Framing • Wine Room