Carlton/McMinville
Discover historic McMinnville, a charming gateway to the Willamette Valley's wine country, celebrated for its iconic Main Street—one of America's top-rated. This vibrant town blends small-town allure with extensive wine culture, featuring nearby wineries, cozy tasting rooms, and a rich array of local businesses from boutiques to breweries. McMinnville offers a comprehensive experience with exceptional lodging, dining, and shopping, making it a perfect base to explore the scenic beauty and exquisite wines of the region.
Featured Tours
Explore our pre-planned wine tours, each designed around specific varietals like bubbles, Pinot Noir, and more, to guide your taste through Oregon's finest. Choose one of these curated experiences or let us tailor a custom tour to fit the preferences of you and your group. Either way, you're set for an unforgettable journey through the heart of wine country.
Bubbles Tour
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Argyle Winery, situated in Oregon's Willamette Valley and established in 1987, specializes in premium sparkling and still wines. Recognized globally, the winery pairs innovative techniques with diverse varietals like Sparkling Wines, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, and Rosé, consistently earning spots in Wine Spectator’s "Top 100 Wines of the World."
Wines Offered: Sparkling Wines, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, and Rosé.
Cost of Tasting and Option to Waive Tasting Fee: $30 per person for a flight of five wines, focusing on their signature selections.
Food Options: Charcuterie boxes available
Do They Allow Outside Food: No outside food allowed.
Hours Open: Open Mon-Thurs 11am to 5pm and Fri-Sun 10am to 5pm
AVA: Vineyards in Dundee Hills and Eola-Amity Hills AVA
For more information, visit argylewinery.com
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ROCO Winery, situated in the Willamette Valley, is renowned for its high-quality sparkling wines, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay. Established by veteran winemaker Rollin Soles, the winery leverages the unique climate of the Dundee Hills AVA to produce sustainably-grown wines.
Wines Offered: Sparkling wines, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay.
Cost of Tasting and Option to Waive Tasting Fee:
Portfolio Flight: $40 (flight of 5 wines)
Diamond Flight: $50 (exclusive sparkling wines)
ROCO Tour: $25 (rotating 3 wines)
Italy Tour: $25 (selection of Italian wines) Tasting fees are complimentary for Wine Club Members.
Food Options: Cheese and charcuterie boards available for purchase.
Do They Allow Outside Food: Not specified.
Hours Open: Daily from 10 AM to 5 PM.
AVA: Dundee Hills AVA.
For more details, visit ROCO Winery.
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Adelsheim Vineyard, nestled in Newberg, Oregon, offers a range of tastings that celebrate over 50 years of winemaking in the Chehalem Mountains. Known for its innovative spirit and deep roots in Oregon wine history, the vineyard provides a unique exploration of local terroir.
Wines Offered: Specializes in Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and a variety of limited production wines from the Willamette Valley.
Cost of Tasting and Option to Waive Tasting Fee:
Exploration Tasting: $40 (waived with $110 bottle purchase)
Willamette Flight: $20 (self-guided)
Site-Soil-Vintage: $75 (waived with $150 bottle purchase)
Food Options: Artisanal cheese and charcuterie boards available, along with local snacks from Adelsheim Market.
Do They Allow Outside Food: Not specified.
Hours Open: Daily, 10:30 AM to 4 PM.
AVA: Chehalem Mountains AVA.
For more information, visit Adelsheim Vineyard.
Pinot Noir Tour
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Durant Vineyards, located at Red Ridge Farms in Dayton, Oregon, merges the beauty of its vineyard with the cultivation of olives. Known for its holistic approach, the vineyard offers a unique experience where visitors can enjoy wine and olive oil tastings amidst stunning vineyard views.
Wines Offered: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and a selection of other varietals.
Cost of Tasting and Option to Waive Tasting Fee: $25 per person
Food Options: Local cheeses and charcuterie available.
Do They Allow Outside Food: Not specified on the website.
Hours Open: Daily, 10 AM to 4 PM.
For more details, visit Durant Vineyards.
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Purple Hands Winery in Dundee, Oregon, offers two unique tasting experiences at their urban winery and the Haakon/Lenai Vineyard. Each location provides a distinct ambiance, from a laid-back, working winery environment to an intimate vineyard setting, celebrating the artistry of their winemaking.
Wines Offered: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, including single-vineyard selections.
Cost of Tasting and Option to Waive Tasting Fee:
Urban Winery Tasting Room: $25-$35, fee waived with two-bottle purchase or wine club signup.
Haakon/Lenai Vineyard: $40-$50, similar waiver options.
Food Options: Not specified.
Do They Allow Outside Food: Not specified.
Hours Open: Urban Winery: Daily, 10am-5pm. Haakon/Lenai: Thu-Mon, various seating times.
AVA: Various Willamette Valley AVAs.
For more details, visit Purple Hands Winery.
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Archery Summit, located in the Dundee Hills of Oregon’s Willamette Valley, offers a unique wine tasting experience with their Arrow Flights in the only wine cave system in Oregon. This venue pairs stunning vineyard views with meticulously crafted Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
Wines Offered: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay.
Cost of Tasting and Option to Waive Tasting Fee: Arrow Flights start at $65, fees waived with wine club membership.
Food Options: Menu from Trellis with oysters, salads, sandwiches, and desserts available.
Do They Allow Outside Food: Not specified.
Hours Open: Daily, 10 AM to 4 PM.
AVA: Dundee Hills AVA.
For more information, visit Archery Summit.
Looking for a more tailored experience?
If our pre-planned tours have piqued your interest but you're craving something a bit more personalized, we're here to help craft your ideal wine tour. Contact us directly and let's start planning a wine adventure that perfectly suits your taste!
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