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Dion Vineyard is a family-owned and operated vineyard located in the North end of the Chehalem Mountains in Oregon, just south of Hillsboro and just West of Portland and Beaverton. For over 40 years, three generations have grown premium Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay in Dion’s 60-acre vineyard. Dion’s grapes are used by a variety of wineries throughout Oregon, as well as in its own estate wines. The tasting room is open through March-November.

Located at the base of Oregon’s Coast Range is Carpenter Creek Winery and Farm, a 25-acre farm, complete with a herd of “Tennessee Walking Horses.” In the cozy tasting room, sit back and relax and experience the tranquility and beauty of the farm.

Enjoy wine and meet the horses at this one-of-a-kind wine tasting experience.

Open weekdays by appointment and Friday – Sunday, hours vary.

Nemraniki Vineyard crafts its wines exclusively with sustainably-farmed grapes. The estate vineyard is LIVE and Salmon Safe certified, which is a testament to the vineyard’s sustainable farming practices. While several wineries have used grapes from Nemarniki’s vineyards to produce their own wines, the winery also produces its own Pinot Noir, Riesling, Syrah and Dry Muscat.

The tasting room is open Thursday-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Reservations are highly recommended.

Since 2005, Barking Frog Winery has produced small batches of handcrafted Pinot Noir from the Willamette Valley as well as Syrah, Sangiovese, and Cabernet Sauvignon from Washington grapes.

This Sherwood-based winery opened its newest tasting room in Old Town Sherwood in 2021.

The new tasting room is open for to-go purchases and seated tastings.

Benza Vineyards in Hillsboro crafts Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Rose, and Sparkling wines from their estate vineyard. The 12-acre vineyard is located in the new Laurelwood District AVA.

Open Monday-Thursday by appointment only and Friday-Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m, walk-ins welcome.

Ruby Vineyard & Winery comprises 7.25 acres in the northern slope of the Chehalem Mountain AVA (American Viticultural Area), producing premium Pinot Noir from some of the oldest own-rooted vines in Oregon. Enjoy the picturesque views of Mt. Hood at Ruby’s tasting room and taste Pinot Noir from Old Vines, Chardonnay, and Rosé of Pinot Gris.

J. Rallison Cellars is a boutique winery with a dedication to single vineyard red and white varietals. With a focus on small production and the viticulture practice, J. Rallison Cellars features a vast array of varietals. Visit the tasting room, located in Old Town Sherwood, where visitors will have an outstanding wine tasting experience.

Abbey Creek Winery has been producing high-quality wines since 2008. The tasting room, located on North Plains’ main street, features its wines made from grapes grown on the family-owned estate vineyard, located on the slopes of the northwest hillside just beyond Portland’s urban heart. Distinguished locally for carefully cultivated fruit, Abbey Creek presents a small portfolio of handcrafted, premium estate wine.

Open Saturday and Sunday by reservation only. Must be 21+. No pets allowed.

The winery itself can host up to 50 individuals for a seated meal. An attached patio can accommodate up to 30 more people, as well. Article: Meet Bertony Faustin >>>

Gemini Vineyards is a family-farmed estate situated on Laurelwood soil at 500ft elevation in the Chehalem Mountains. Established in 1995, Gemini’s commitment to regenerative and sustainable farming on site ensures that the wines are produced to display the characters of the terroir and the love of land and wine. For those looking to experience an authentic vineyard experience while sipping exceptional wine from the Chehalem Mountains, you’ll find a welcomed spot at the table, right among the vines in a cozy, covered gazebo. You might just be greeted by a resident flock of sheep and chickens as you experience an intimate wine-tasting and vineyard tour. Whether new to wine, or an active wine enthusiast, Gemini is unpretentious, believing that wine is for everyone. Gemini Vineyards focuses on producing expressive Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Gamay Noir, Pinot Gris, and Pinot Noir Rose.

To honor the 30 years of vines and wine, Gemini Vineyards will be opening a tasting room across from the estate in Sherwood in late 2025.