Exploring North Willamette Wine County in Washington County, Oregon
July 21st, 2009 by Sylke
20 wineries – some producing certified organic and biodynamic wines – and the only American-owned saké brewery
Open for Tasting:
Apolloni Vineyards
14135 NW Timmerman Rd.
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 330-5946
www.apolloni.com
- Family-owned winery started in 1999, specializing in traditional Pinot Noir and Italian-style wines
- Follows the practices of the Oregon LIVE sustainable viticulture program
- Open 12 noon – 5:00 pm Friday – Sunday (March – December) or by appointment
Cooper Mountain Vineyards
9480 SW Grabhorn Rd.
Beaverton, OR 97007
(503) 649-0027
www.coopermountainwine.com
- Founded in 1987, first Pacific Northwest winery to embrace biodynamic viticulture (1999)
- First Pacific Northwest winery to produce all wines from 100-percent certified organic and biodynamic estate-grown grapes
- Three tiers of award-winning Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay, plus Pinot Blanc and Malbec
- Open 12 noon – 5:00 pm daily
David Hill Vineyard & Winery
46350 NW David Hill Rd.
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 992-8545
- Fine estate wines and award-winning port made from Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Chardonnay and Gewürztraminer grapes; sparkling wine made in traditional French Champenoise style
- 40 acres of some of the state’s oldest vines; tasting in historic 1883 farmhouse with sweeping views
- Open 12 noon – 5:00 pm daily
Elk Cove Vineyards
27751 NW Olson Rd.
Gaston, OR 97119
(503) 985-7760
- One of Oregon’s oldest and most respected wineries founded in 1974; family-owned and operated
- Produces single-vineyard Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc
- · Open 10:00 am – 5:00 pm daily except holidays
Helvetia Vineyards
23269 NW Yungen Rd.
Hillsboro, OR 97124
(503) 647-7596
- Grapevines planted in 1982; Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay wines produced
- Visitor center and tasting room in 100-year old farmhouse of Swiss-German pioneer Jacob Yungen; display of Yungen’s original winemaking equipment
- Open 1:00 – 5:00 pm Friday, 12 noon – 5:00 pm Saturday – Sunday
Montinore Estate
3663 SW Dilley Rd.
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 359-5012
- 220-acre vineyard established in 1982; certified organic and biodynamic in 2008
- Five estate-grown varietals: Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Gewurztraminer and Muller-Thurgau
- Open 11:00 am – 4:30 pm weekdays; 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday – Sunday
Oak Knoll Winery
29700 SW Burkhalter Rd.
Hillsboro, OR 97123
(503) 648-8198
- First and longest operating winery in Washington County
- Founded in 1970 by Ronald and Marjorie Vuylsteke, now operated by the family’s second generation
- Award-winning Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Riesling Gewurztraminer and Muller-Thurgau
- Open 11:00 am – 5:00 pm daily; weekdays until 6:00 pm May – September
Patton Valley Vineyard
9449 SW Old Hwy. 47
Gaston, OR 97119
(503) 985-3445
www.pattonvalley.com
- Hand-crafted, estate-grown Pinot Noir wines; certified sustainable farming practices used
- Open 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Thursday – Sunday
Plum Hill Vineyards
6505 SW Old Hwy. 47
Gaston, OR 97119
(503) 359-1946
- Family-owned winery producing Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Rose wines
- Open 11:00 am – 5:00 pm daily (starting early 2009)
Ponzi Vineyards
14665 SW Winery Ln.
Beaverton, OR 97007
(503) 628-1227
- Founded in 1970 by Dick and Nancy Ponzi, pioneers of the Oregon wine industry
- Operated by second generation: Michel, Maria and acclaimed winemaker Luisa Ponzi
- Renowned Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and White Riesling wines
- Oregon LIVE Certified vineyards – the world’s highest standard for sustainable viticulture
- Open 10:00 am – 5:00 pm daily; tours by appointment
Purple Cow Vineyards
52720 NW Wilson School Rd.
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 330-0991
- One of Washington County’s newest wineries producing just 500 cases per year
- Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and unusual grapes such as Marechal Foch and Tempranillo
- Open 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday only
SakéOne
820 Elm St.
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 357-7056
- The only American-owned saké brewery
- Produces traditional craft saké, fruit- and herb-infused saké and specialty saké
- Only producer of certified organic sake carrying the USDA organic seal
- Leading producer of “Ginjo” (premium) grade saké in the U.S. under its Momokawa label
- First company to bottle a new category of flavor-added saké under its Moonstone label
- Open 11:00 am – 5:00 pm daily; tours available at 1:00, 2:00 and 3:00 pm daily
Shafer Vineyard Cellars
6200 NW Gales Creek Rd.
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 357-6604
- Begun in 1973 by the Shafer family as a solely grape-growing operation; winemaking since 1978
- Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Gewürztraminer and Muller-Thurgau wines
- Open 11:00 am – 5:00 pm daily
Tualatin Estate Vineyards
10850 NW Seavey Rd.
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 357-5005
- Established in 1973 – one of the oldest vineyard sites in the Willamette Valley
- Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Gris, plus dessert-style Muscat and Gewürztraminer
- Open 12 noon – 5:00 pm Saturday – Sunday (March – December)
By Appointment or Designated Days:
Alloro Vineyard
22075 SW Lebeau Rd.
Sherwood, OR 97140
(503) 320-5696
www.allorovineyard.com
- Artisan producer of small production, handcrafted wines
- Open to the public at Memorial Day and Thanksgiving holidays and by appointment
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Ardiri Winery and Vineyards
35040 SW Unger Rd.
Cornelius, OR 97113
(503) 628-0955
www.gypsydancerestates.com
- Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris wines, plus Pinot Blanc in 2009
- Open by appointment
Beran Vineyards
30088 SW Egger Rd.
Hillsboro, OR 97123
(503) 628-1298
- Limited production of handcrafted Pinot Noir from old vines
- Open by appointment – please call for information.
Freja Cellars
16691 SW McFee Pl.
Hillsboro, OR 97123
(503) 628-0337
- Boutique producer of fine artisan Pinot Noir wines
- Open to the public at Memorial Day and Thanksgiving holidays only
Garden Vineyards
12960 NW Dick Rd.
Hillsboro, OR 97124
(503) 547-9046
- Wines available by e-mail request only
- Open to the public at Memorial Day and Thanksgiving holidays and by appointment
J. Albin Winery
19495 Vista Hill
Hillsboro, OR 97123
(503) 628-2986
· Open by appointment only
Quailhurst Vineyard Estate
15031 SW Pleasant Hill Rd.
Sherwood, OR 97140
(509) 427-5132
- Award-winning Pinot Noir, Rose, white varietals and Pinot port wines made from French wine grapes with traditional French wine-making methods
- Open to the public at Memorial Day and Thanksgiving holidays and by appointment
For more information, visit www.wcva.org ; phone 503-644-5555 or 800-537-3149.
Washington County Visitors Association (WCVA)
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