![Oak Leaf Oak Leaf](https://www.pennerash.com/dw/image/v2/BFTR_PRD/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-PAW-Library/default/dwd6520eb2/paw-our-story-leaf-our-story-legacy@2x_1.png)
In 1998, Lynn and Ron Penner-Ash founded Penner-Ash Wine Cellars in the Northern Willamette Valley’s Yamhill-Carlton AVA. Bringing to life their shared vision, through years of hard work and unyielding commitment, the pair built a reputation for lush, layered Pinot Noir, and community leadership throughout the valley.
A reflection from Founding Winemaker, Lynn Penner-Ash
The Beginning
![A selfie pf Lynn Penner with construction in the background. A selfie pf Lynn Penner with construction in the background.](https://www.pennerash.com/dw/image/v2/BFTR_PRD/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-PAW-Library/default/dw62f3f926/paw-our-story-lynn-selfie.jpeg)
![Lyn and Ron Penner posing with shovels and hard hats on. Lyn and Ron Penner posing with shovels and hard hats on.](https://www.pennerash.com/dw/image/v2/BFTR_PRD/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-PAW-Library/default/dw24d9eee3/paw-our-story-ground-breaking.jpeg)
The discovery of unanticipated soil diversity on the Estate property by an early geologist's survey provided further excitement for the potential of this special site.
![Construction of the Penner-ash Tasting Room. Construction of the Penner-ash Tasting Room.](https://www.pennerash.com/dw/image/v2/BFTR_PRD/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-PAW-Library/default/dw50f27d90/paw-our-story-building-ladder.jpeg)
After breaking ground in 2003, the winery was barely completed when the Kick Ash Crew used the facility to process our first vintage on site in 2005.
a new partnership
In 2016, the winery joined the Jackson Family Wines portfolio, embarking on a new partnership based on shared love for the land and uncompromising wine quality. Penner-Ash continues to source from premier vineyards across the Willamette Valley sub-AVAs, grounded in decades-long relationships with grower neighbors and friends.
![Penner-Ash Estate at sunrise. Penner-Ash Estate at sunrise.](https://www.pennerash.com/dw/image/v2/BFTR_PRD/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-PAW-Library/default/dwafafe63c/paw-our-story-Penner-Ash_20190912_698.jpeg)