Northern Willamette Valley · Oregon Wine Country

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You're Standing at the Heart of Pinot Noir Paradise.  Now What?

With over 100 wineries in just a 10-mile radius, the Northern Willamette Valley offers world-class wine tasting just 45 minutes from Portland—and choosing where to start can feel overwhelming.

That's exactly why we're here. As locals who've spent our lives in Oregon Wine Country, we don't just know where to find the best views and hidden gems—we connect you with the actual people who make the wines. The small producers whose passion emanates through every glass. Characters you'll carry with you long after the bottle is gone.

Whether you're a Portlander looking for the perfect Saturday escape, a Californian eager to experience our world-renowned Pinot Noir, or flying in from out of state for a long weekend, we'll help you discover the Willamette (Will-am-it) Valley at its best.

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In the News

Portland Monthly
Hayward Is Oregon Wine Country’s Destination Restaurant

Decanter
Oregon's First 100-Point Wine

Bethel Heights' 2023 "The High Wire" Chardonnay from the Eola-Amity Hills AVA received a perfect score—a historic first for Oregon.


VinePair
The World’s Top 10 Wine Destinations for 2025

Portland Monthly
The Most Exciting Chefs in the Willamette Valley Right Now

Forbes
Unmissable Food and Wine Stops in the Willamette Valley

Wine Enthusiast
Why Oregon’s Dundee Hills AVA Is Just Right for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay

A Curated Wine Country

Layers are always a good call in Oregon Wine Country. Here are some curated selections from Minthorn, our shop in Newberg that provides timeless, well-made apparel for outfitting your wine country adventure.