Oregon’s modern wine industry traces its roots to the 1960s, when a few passionate dreamers planted vines in the Umpqua and Willamette valleys. Since then the state’s wine scene has blossomed to more than 1,100 wineries and 23 distinct growing areas (also known as American Viticultural Areas, or AVAs) and is the third-largest wine-grape-producing state in the nation. Pinot noir is most commonly associated with Oregon, thanks to the climate, but wineries across the state produce dozens of varietals, from viognier and chardonnay to tempranillo, merlot and many more.
Oregon’s Award-Winning Wineries Welcome All
Oregon’s talented vintners regularly earn international and national accolades, yet tasting rooms are incredibly accessible and diverse, where you’re often likely able to meet the winemakers themselves. Oregon wineries are often family-owned and focus on small-batch, high-quality production.
Oregon’s Unique Tasting Room Experiences
Visit a tasting room for a unique experience any time of year — from farmhouses where you can greet the animals to cellar dinners, panoramic vineyard views and luxurious multi-course paired dinners.
Plan the Perfect Oregon Wine Country Getaway
While the Willamette Valley is best known, you can easily add wine tasting to any Oregon adventure in any part of the state. From Hood River to Bend, Cannon Beach to Ashland, there are wine bars, vineyard stays, tasting room and spectacular wine events all year-round. Check out these six itineraries to help inspire your next visit.
