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Winter is a beautiful time of year in Oregon's Willamette Valley, including Soter Vineyards

Make Plans to Visit Soter Vineyards in Oregon Wine Country

It's no secret - the wineries of Oregon's Willamette Valley are some of the best in the country. Though Oregon Wine Country first earned its reputation for producing exquisite Pinot Noir Wines, Willamette Valley wineries have also been making a name … Read more
A couple enjoying their romantic getaways in Oregon

The perfect romantic getaway in Oregon

When it comes to romantic weekend getaways in Oregon, it's hard to beat the cozy, wine and food-forward Willamette Valley. This is especially true as we enter Cellar Season this winter, a time to unplug, relax and enjoy the comfort of seasonal f… Read more
Beautiful fall vineyard views outside of Carlton, Oregon

Wine Tasting and More in Carlton, Oregon!

If you've never heard of Carlton, Oregon, fall presents an excellent opportunity to experience the charms of this small wine country town. Though we love everything about downtown McMinnville - from the thriving restaurants and fabulous wine tasting … Read more
Beautiful vineyards in Oregon while wine tasting in Willamette Valley

Time to Plan for Fall Wine Tasting in the Willamette Valley

If you've never been wine tasting in Willamette Valley, this fall affords you the perfect opportunity. Fall is the busiest time of year in Oregon Wine Country, as vineyard workers and winemakers around the state gear up to reap the rewards of the gro… Read more
Beautiful vineyard views at sunrise in Willamette Valley Wine country

Get to Know Willamette Valley Wine Country

Stretching from the Columbia River in the north to just south of Eugene and west from the coastal mountain range to the eastern Cascade Mountains is a narrow strip of land best known as Willamette Valley Wine Country. Willamette Valley wine country, … Read more
wine being poured at the many great places for wine tasting in McMinnville in Oregon Wine Country

The Best Wine Tasting in McMinnville

The Willamette Valley is home to more than 600 incredible Oregon wineries and plenty of small towns, like McMinnville. Though you can travel from vineyard to vineyard to enjoy wine tasting all over the valley, there are also plenty of great opportuni… Read more
BEautiful vineyards at the best wineries in Willamette Valley

Visit Some of the Best Wineries in the Willamette Valley in 2022

When it comes to finding great wineries in Willamette Valley, you'll have plenty from which to choose. In fact, so many of the wineries located here are exceptional. While you won't encounter bad wine in Oregon's famed wine country, it can be a chall… Read more
Enjoy the best shopping in downtown McMinnville this holiday season

Great Shopping in Downtown McMinnville

The charm of downtown McMinnville will surely please all who come to explore this historical and inviting town. Of course, McMinnville, OR is known for hosting guests seeking delicious wine tasting. However, one of the best ways to spend your vacatio… Read more
Come out and sample one of the incredible Oregon Breweries near McMinnville

6 Great Oregon Breweries Near McMinnville

The biggest reason to come to Oregon's Willamette Valley is, of course, to sample the sensational wines from the 775+ wineries that now call the valley home.  That's not the only reason, though!  McMinnville itself is a wonderful town to vi… Read more
Dining at the best McMinnville Restaurants

Eat Like a Local at These McMinnville Restaurants!

The food scene in Oregon's Wine Country is nothing short of spectacular, especially here in the town of McMinnville.  McMinnville has actually been named as one of the best towns for food lovers, a fact that is evident the second you lay eyes on… Read more