Best of Bubbles Tour – February

Overview

Hours

Happens every February

Website

A self-guided February trail featuring Willamette Valley producers of traditional method sparkling wine — the same in-bottle secondary fermentation used in Champagne.  Fourteen wineries participate, each offering a dedicated sparkling flight for the month, most paired with food from the winery’s kitchen or a regional chef. Participating producers have included Adelsheim, Argyle, CHO Wines, Domaine Divio, Domaine Willamette, Elk Cove, Gran Moraine, Lundeen, Lytle-Barnett, ROCO, Sokol Blosser, Soter, Stoller, and Trisaetum.

Flights typically run four to five wines and range from roughly $35 to $75 per person, with many waiving the fee on a bottle purchase and several offering complimentary or discounted tastings to club members. Some experiences are reservation-only or limited to certain days, so booking ahead is recommended. A downloadable trail map is available on the site.

The trail also partners with tour operators and lodging for the month, with discounts offered through Black Tie Tours, Pinot Pursuit Wine Tours, The Dundee Hotel, The Setting Inn, and Willamette Valley B&B. The event is produced by ROCO Winery in Newberg.

Common questions

When does it run?

Every February.

Do I need a pass?

No. It’s self-guided — you book tastings directly with each winery and pay individual fees.

How many can I do in a day?

Two or three. Sparkling flights are four to five wines and the acidity builds faster than you’d expect.

Should I book ahead?

Yes for most, though a few take walk-ins. February brings visitors specifically for this.

Is there a map?

Yes, downloadable from the site.

Can I get a driver?

Yes — participating tour operators offer trail discounts if you mention it when booking.