The Pacific Northwest, encompassing Oregon, Washington, and Idaho, has become renowned for its diverse and high-quality wine production. From the lush Willamette Valley to the sun-drenched Columbia Valley, this region offers wine enthusiasts a wide array of tasting experiences.
Here are 25 of the best wineries to visit in the Pacific Northwest, each offering unique wines and memorable experiences.
Domaine Serene, Dayton, Oregon
Domaine Serene is known for its world-class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, produced in a stunning Tuscan-style winery. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the Willamette Valley while tasting exceptional wines in an elegant setting.
Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville, Washington
Chateau Ste. Michelle, Washington’s oldest winery, offers a picturesque château setting for wine tasting. The winery is renowned for its Riesling and hosts summer concerts on its beautiful grounds.
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Sokol Blosser Winery, Dayton, Oregon
Sokol Blosser, a pioneer in Oregon’s wine industry, produces organic wines in a sleek, modern tasting room. The winery offers a unique ‘Farm & Forage’ lunch experience, pairing its wines with locally sourced ingredients.
Long Shadows Vintners, Walla Walla, Washington
Long Shadows brings together world-renowned winemakers to create exceptional Washington wines. The tasting room features an impressive collection of Dale Chihuly glass sculptures alongside their award-winning wines.
Elk Cove Vineyards, Gaston, Oregon
Elk Cove Vineyards, one of Oregon’s oldest wineries, offers stunning views of the Coast Range mountains. Their tasting room provides a warm, inviting atmosphere to sample their renowned Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris.
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Quilceda Creek Vintners, Snohomish, Washington
Quilceda Creek is known for producing some of Washington’s most sought-after Cabernet Sauvignon. While tastings are by appointment only, the exclusive experience offers a chance to sample their highly-rated wines.
Colene Clemens Vineyards, Newberg, Oregon
Colene Clemens Vineyards offers breathtaking views of the Chehalem Mountains and produces exceptional Pinot Noir. Their modern tasting room provides a perfect setting to enjoy their wines and the surrounding landscape.
Delille Cellars, Woodinville, Washington
Delille Cellars combines old-world winemaking traditions with the best of Washington State terroir. Their Chateau tasting room offers an elegant experience, while their Carriage House provides a more casual setting.
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Cristom Vineyards, Salem, Oregon
Cristom Vineyards is known for its distinctive, terroir-driven Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Visitors can enjoy stunning views of the Cascade Mountains while tasting wines in their cozy, rustic tasting room.
Leonetti Cellar, Walla Walla, Washington
Leonetti Cellar, one of Walla Walla’s oldest wineries, is renowned for its Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. While the winery is not open to the public, its wines can be tasted at select events and through its mailing list.
Ponzi Vineyards, Sherwood, Oregon
Ponzi Vineyards, a pioneer in Oregon’s wine industry, offers a modern tasting room with panoramic views of the Chehalem Mountains. Visitors can enjoy a range of wines, including their acclaimed Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
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Woodward Canyon Winery, Lowden, Washington
Woodward Canyon, one of Walla Walla’s first wineries, is known for its powerful Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The tasting room, housed in a restored 1870s farmhouse, offers a charming, intimate setting for sampling their wines.
Adelsheim Vineyard, Newberg, Oregon
Adelsheim Vineyard, a Willamette Valley pioneer, produces elegant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Their hilltop tasting room offers stunning views and a chance to taste their wide range of estate-grown wines.
L’Ecole No 41, Lowden, Washington
L’Ecole No 41, housed in a historic schoolhouse, is one of Walla Walla’s most recognizable wineries. Visitors can taste a variety of wines, including their famous Semillon and Cabernet Sauvignon, in a unique, educational setting.
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Argyle Winery, Dundee, Oregon
Argyle Winery is renowned for its sparkling wines, as well as still Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Their modern tasting house in downtown Dundee offers a sleek setting to sample their diverse wine lineup.
Gramercy Cellars, Walla Walla, Washington
Gramercy Cellars focuses on Rhône and Bordeaux-style wines with a distinctly Washington character. Their downtown Walla Walla tasting room provides an intimate setting to taste their highly-rated wines.
Stoller Family Estate, Dayton, Oregon
Stoller Family Estate offers a state-of-the-art, sustainably designed tasting room with panoramic views of their vineyard. Visitors can enjoy their award-winning Pinot Noir and Chardonnay while relaxing on the expansive lawn.
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Abeja, Walla Walla, Washington
Abeja, set on a beautifully restored century-old farmstead, produces outstanding Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. The winery offers intimate tastings by appointment and luxury accommodations in their on-site Inn.
Willamette Valley Vineyards, Turner, Oregon
Willamette Valley Vineyards offers a comprehensive Oregon wine experience with stunning views of the valley. Their tasting room features an array of wines, including their well-known Pinot Noir, and a full-service restaurant.
Ste. Chapelle Winery, Caldwell, Idaho
Ste. Chapelle, Idaho’s largest winery, offers a unique tasting experience with panoramic views of the Snake River Valley. Visitors can sample a variety of wines, including their popular Riesling and Soft Red, while enjoying live music events during the summer.
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Pepper Bridge Winery, Walla Walla, Washington
Pepper Bridge Winery is known for its premium Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, crafted from sustainable, estate-grown fruit. Their tasting room offers stunning views of the Blue Mountains and a chance to sample their elegant, age-worthy wines.
King Estate Winery, Eugene, Oregon
King Estate, one of Oregon’s largest wineries, is renowned for its Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir. The estate features a grand tasting room and restaurant, offering a comprehensive wine and culinary experience with sweeping views of the Willamette Valley.
Chelan Estate Winery, Chelan, Washington
Chelan Estate Winery offers a unique lake-side wine-tasting experience in the up-and-coming Lake Chelan AVA. Visitors can enjoy a variety of wines, including their standout Pinot Noir, while taking in breathtaking views of Lake Chelan.
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Youngberg Hill, McMinnville, Oregon
Youngberg Hill combines a boutique winery with a luxurious inn set on a stunning hilltop in the Willamette Valley. Guests can taste elegant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay while enjoying panoramic views of the Coast Range mountains.
Koenig Vineyards, Caldwell, Idaho
Koenig Vineyards showcases the potential of Idaho’s Snake River Valley with its impressive range of wines. Their Tuscan-inspired tasting room offers a picturesque setting to sample wines, including their standout Riesling and Syrah.
Taste the Uniqueness in Every Drop
The Pacific Northwest offers a diverse and exciting range of wine-tasting experiences, from boutique family-run operations to large-scale estates. These 25 wineries represent some of the best the region has to offer, each providing unique wines and memorable experiences set against the backdrop of the region’s stunning landscapes.
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