Food & wine travel, Oregon wine country lodging
Here's a curated list of where to eat, go wine tasting, shop and more in Oregon's wine country: our personal travel guide to the places we love most in Willamette Valley (including Newberg, Dundee, Carlton, McMinnville and Amity) and Portland metro areas.
There are over 500 wineries in the Willamette Valley, and which ones are the "best" is a highly personal thing. To help you narrow it down a bit, here are the places we frequent and why they made our list. (We've also added a few other types of spots with stellar wine options.)
McMinnville
Daniel and team provide all-inclusive transportation services covering airport transfers, wine touring, and dinner transport. He has a variety of high-end vehicles seating 2-6 guests, plus a sprinter van for groups of up to 10. A great option if you want one point of contact handling all your transportation needs across the trip.
McMinnville
A luxury, full-service wine touring option in the Willamette Valley. Jeff offers personalized service and can help with itinerary planning, including appointments at higher-end producers. He knows the valley well and will tailor the day to your interests, handle scheduling, and keep the pacing comfortable. The experience feels polished without being stiff.
Newberg
An alternate option for a day of wine tasting: biking instead of driving! Wine de Roads will equip and guide you on a view-filled bicycle tour of three wineries with a picnic lunch included. A fun, active way to experience the valley with experienced guides.
Sherwood
Set on the edge of downtown Newberg, Chehalem offers a welcoming, contemporary space with expansive valley & Mt. Hood views and a flexible tasting experience that works well for groups. Their focus is on expressive, vineyard-driven wines sourced from their three estate vineyards in the Chehalem Mountains AVA. You can opt for a seated tasting on the covered patio or indoors, with the option to order a la carte dishes alongside.
Carlton
A beyond charming farmhouse and big red barn welcome you to this gorgeous property in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA. From a cherry orchard to a wandering vineyard labyrinth, there’s a little something for everyone here, and we love the creativity showcased in their winemaking. The whole experience feels personal and unhurried.
Carlton
Crave-worthy sandwiches and comfort food is what they’re known for! My favorite sandwiches in the valley. The menu is hearty and satisfying, and the vibe is casual with indoor and outdoor seating. A great lunch stop when you’re tasting in the Carlton area.
Dundee
If you’re looking for something different, this is it! Artist Block is a modern gallery-meets-tasting room: fun, upscale, visually interesting, a little sexy and quite delicious. They have a very broad selection of wines and you can choose your own adventure; all of them feel a little outside the box and forward-thinking…. [read more]
Amity
What’s more exciting than a sparkling-only producer in the Willamette Valley? Corollary has top of the world views, the most gorgeous drive through Eola-Amity Hills AVA, lovely & knowledgeable hosting, and of course the wines – all stunning. From the brand new, modern tasting room you’ll get a full view of the 57 acres… [read more]