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Tradition, Italian, and family are the foundations of Apolloni Vineyards and its winemaking. In 1999, owner/winemaker Alfredo Apolloni and his wife, Laurine, purchased the vineyard, which is located in the Northern Willamette Valley. Today Apolloni specializes in the production of traditional Pinot Noir and Italian-style wines. Situated 25 miles west of Portland, the 40-acre vineyard’s location provides an ideal growing climate for Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc varietals. Apolloni Vineyards is proud to follow the practices of the Oregon LIVE sustainable viticulture program.

Reservations are recommended; walk-ins are welcome if seating is available. Guests must wear a face mask when indoors.

Set atop a Northwest facing Chehalem Mountains slope, Ponzi’s state-of-the-art winery and modern tasting room are surrounded by the majestic Avellana Vineyard. Founded in 1970, Ponzi is one of Oregon’s founding producers of Pinot Noir. This breathtaking facility is perfect for intimate and group gatherings In 2021, French champagne producer, Bollinger, purchased this pioneering winery.

Reservations are recommended. 

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.

Founded by three Iraq war combat veterans, Dauntless Wine Cø. has a mission to make great wine and serve the Veteran community through charitable contributions. Dauntless’ downtown Forest Grove tasting room features their own wines, and when possible, wine, cider and beer from veteran-made producers around the country. They opened a second tasting room at Old 47 Estate in Gaston in the Spring of 2023.

Outside food and well behaved dogs are welcome at both locations.

SakéOne was established in 1992 as a premium Japanese saké importer, committed to representing some of Japan’s most acclaimed saké producing prefectures.

In 1997, SakéOne began producing some of the highest quality craft sakés in the United States by utilizing the unmatched water from the Willamette Valley and top-notch rice grown in the renowned Sacramento Valley. SakéOne’s brewery and tasting room are located in Forest Grove, Oregon.

Today, under the masterful lead of Toji Takumi Kuwabara, SakéOne continues to be the leader in brewing craft saké in the US and is committed to broadening the enjoyment of premium saké worldwide. Kanpai!

For more information or to make tasting room reservations, visit sakeone.com.

Helvetia Winery provides a country winery experience just ten minutes from high-tech Hillsboro in the historic Helvetia area of Washington County. Helvetia produces a variety of wines, including Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Gris.

Helvetia Winery offers a “Vineyard & Winery Tour,” Guests will learn about the soils, the history of the Helvetia community, how the wine is made, and visit the winery. Tour concludes with a private wine and smoked salmon tasting. Tours are available Thursday-Sunday by appointment only.

Helvetia Winery is a wonderful place for a simple country wedding amidst cedars and firs. There is a beautiful area outside for weddings complete with a wedding arch, and the 101-year-old Farmhouse can hold ten to 20 people for intimate dinners.

Reservations are required on weekends; recommended on weekdays.

Situated on the south side of the Chehalem Mountains, Blakeslee Vineyard Estate produces wines that beautifully represent the terroir of the region—offering Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, Rosé of Pinot Noir and White Pinot Noir. A producer of Pinot Noir grapes for many years, the vineyard focuses on sustainable practices with an organic garden as part of its tour.

The tasting room accommodates 25 people comfortably (50 people maximum). There is an additional tasting room at the back of the property, with glass doors that can be opened up into the spacious patio, which includes a stunning infinity pool and cozy fire pit. Picnic tables are also available, weather permitting.

Open daily, 11 am to 5 pm by appointment only.

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.

Opened in 2021, Sidereus Vineyard and Winery is a boutique winery in the Laurelwood District AVA. The estate-grown vineyards produce Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Riesling.

Reservations recommended.