Willamette Valley
A short drive from the city, the Willamette Valley wows with lush scenery and delectable wines.
Though best known for its delicious pinot noir, Oregon’s Willamette Valley is the starting point for a wide array of wine varieties — all of which are worth sipping on. Read on for our guides to exploring Oregon’s verdant wine country, gorgeous wineries and places to taste the region’s best wines (including at urban wineries throughout Portland).
Uncork Wine Country
These nearby wine tours give you a taste of Oregon's wine scene.
North Willamette Valley Winery Tour
This Forest-Grove-based tour features picturesque wineries, an authentic sake brewery and a lively lodge.
Vineyard and Valley Scenic Tour Route
A 50-mile drive through Washington County, this road caroms from historic site to scenic vista.
Tualatin Valley Vineyards and Farms
In Tualatin Valley, a verdant sliver of Oregon's Willamette Valley, farm-to-table isn’t a trend, it’s a way of life — and has been for years.
Near the City
With lush Willamette Valley in its backyard, the Portland region boasts a thriving wine scene.
Urban Wineries in Portland
Driven by winemakers motivated to move their operations closer to where they live and socialize, Portland has nearly a dozen urban wineries.
Wineries Near Portland
Sample wine at Willamette Valley vineyards in Portland’s backyard, where you can catch spectacular views and budget-friendly flights.
Wine Tours Near Portland
Removed Portland Walking Tours due to closure. [IW 12/29/20] Let someone else do the driving while you enjoy wine tasting and vineyard views.
Upcoming Wine Events
These upcoming wine events provide a delicious way to experience Portland and the Willamette Valley.
Pour Oregon
Note: Event is virtual in 2021. Please visit the event website for current information. The Pour Oregon wine festival is your chance to discover small, artisanal wine producers from all over Oregon. There’s so much great wine in this state from Southern Oregon’s Rogue, Applegate, and Umpqua Valleys, to the little places like Elkton and…
Memorial Day Weekend in Wine Country
Join one of the region’s longest-running events where more than 150 wineries and tasting rooms will host special events, capping off the state-wide celebration of Oregon Wine Month. Taste new wines from your favorite labels, sample from the barrel with winemakers or savor specialty food pairings and live music. Enjoy a winery tour or vineyard…
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