From quaint, historic streets, fun boutiques, award-winning restaurants, craft breweries, and fantastic local wineries and tasting rooms, downtown McMinnville offers the best of Oregon Wine Country in one convenient stop. Though McMinnville wineries offer a small fraction of the delicious Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sparkling, and other wine varietals produced in Oregon’s Willamette Valley these days, what’s here is some of the best.
The town of McMinnville is warm and inviting and offers the best of a wine-country getaway. It’s conveniently located in the heart of the Willamette Valley, offering easy access to the diverse AVA’s and unique wine-country adventures. But you don’t have to go very far to enjoy an exquisite taste of what Oregon has to offer, as there’s a fantastic assortment of McMinnville wineries and tasting rooms here, each providing a unique journey through the complexities of Oregon’s terroir.
Downtown McMinnville’s allure extends far beyond the food and wine experience you’ll enjoy while here, though. It’s a town with an eclectic mix of activities and attractions – and the best part is that it’s deeply connected to the surrounding vineyards and winemakers, offering a true sense of place that can sometimes be hard to find in urban destinations. Nowhere will you enjoy the exquisite hospitality of Oregon Wine Country more than you can at our McMinnville Bed and Breakfast.
Choosing to stay at a Bed and Breakfast in downtown McMinnville is convenient, of course, but more than that, our Inn offers the most discerning travelers unmatched luxury and a personalized touch that can be hard to find in more traditional lodging properties. Mornings at our Inn start with our gourmet breakfast featuring local ingredients. In the evenings, we offer a leisurely destination to return to that’s only a short walk away from wineries, tasting rooms, restaurants, and more. A stay here is effortless and enjoyable. Don’t wait – book your room at our top-rated Bed and Breakfast in McMinnville today!
The Best Downtown McMinnville Wineries
Take a casual stroll down Third Street in downtown McMinnville, and you’ll immediately understand what draws so many visitors to this quaint little town. It may be a small town in the heart of Oregon’s Willamette Valley, but it packs a big punch in terms of what it offers. From award-winning restaurants—including 2024 James Beard Award Semifinalist Okta—to a spectacular assortment of the best McMinnville wineries, you can enjoy everything that brought you to Oregon’s wine country without hopping in a car.
The tree-lined streets and beautiful, historic architecture in downtown McMinnville are nothing short of charming. It’s the perfect backdrop for an afternoon or two sipping and swirling through the best local McMinnville wineries and tasting rooms. Though we encourage you to enjoy a broad taste of Oregon’s wine country at vineyards and tasting rooms around the Valley, we’ve included a list of our local favorite sipping spots below.
- Start your tasting experience in downtown McMinnville at Pinot Vista Tasting Lounge. They have a broad selection, allowing you to taste what you like right away.
- Another tasting room that will help orient you to fantastic Willamette Valley wineries is HiFi Wine Bar. This hip spot also offers excellent food and a fantastic slate of live music performances.
- One of our favorite McMinnville wineries is R. Stuart & Co. Tasting Room and Wine Bar. They have a location pretty close to our Bed and Breakfast, in addition to one on Third Street.
- Brittan Vineyards, just around the corner from R. Stuart & Co. in the historic Granary District, is another excellent choice among McMinnville wineries, especially if you want to try some of Oregon’s famed Chardonnay.
- When the weather is nice, it’s hard to beat the outdoor patio at Chris James Cellars McMinnville Tasting Room.
- You’ve perhaps heard of Elk Cove Vineyards, but odds are you haven’t heard of their sister winery—yet. Pike Road Wines sources its grapes from many of the top vineyards in the Valley, and the resulting wines are delicious and affordable.
- Many of Oregon’s vineyards emphasize sustainable growing methodologies, including biodynamic farming. To taste the difference biodynamically farmed grapes can make in your glass, head to Troon Biodynamic Wine Bar by Troon Vineyard.
- Another great place to sample certified biodynamic wines is Maysara Winery, just 15 minutes West of downtown McMinnville.
Of course, these McMinnville wineries are just the beginning of a great wine-forward getaway at our Inn. We’d love to be your home base for all of it!
More Great Willamette Valley Wineries to Visit
These McMinnville wineries offer a truly exciting opportunity to sip and swirl on some of the best Oregon wines – but it’s just the tip of the iceberg for wine lovers visiting the area. With so many wineries and appellations to choose from – each with its distinct flavor profile and personality – one thing is guaranteed: You’ll enjoy an unforgettable wine-forward getaway! Below, we’re offering an abbreviated guide to some of our favorite Willamette Valley wineries, including some stable wine-tasting destinations and some newcomers or hidden gems.
- One of the biggest names in Oregon wine is Argyle Winery – it’s a great place to start your journey into Oregon wines.
- Head into the Dundee Hills and get a fantastic taste of French Burgundy-style wines right here in Oregon. Domaine Drouhin has a sensational range of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and more.
- In the Chehalem Mountains, you’ll find another signature spot among staple Willamette Valley Wineries: Adelsheim Vineyard. Their wines are often rated as some of the best in the world.
- Stoller Estate is another gem in Oregon’s Dundee Hills Region. It is a leader in sustainably produced wine.
- If you visit its sister winery in downtown McMinnville, don’t miss the chance to enjoy a tasting at Elk Cove Vineyards. It was the first winery in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA and is an excellent representation of that region’s terroir.
- Exquisite wines, stunning views, and fantastic food and wine pairings await at Fairsing Vineyard, which is easily one of our favorite Willamette Valley wineries.
- Lavinea Winery is a fantastic example of the benefit of single-vineyard wines, and has long been one of our favorite Willamette Valley wineries.
- For a fantastic taste of biodynamically produced wines, head to Soter Vineyards. They are yet another fantastic producer of sparkling wines, and their library is complex and delicious.
- Speaking of sparkling wines in Oregon, don’t miss a visit to ROCO winery. This fantastic winery highlights the depth of Oregon wines.
- Finally, round out your trip to Willamette Valley wineries with a trip to the Carlton Winemakers Studio, a wine coop with sixteen different Vintners.
When you’re done tasting for the day, head back for a relaxing afternoon at our McMinnville Bed and Breakfast, followed by a fantastic dinner at one of our local restaurants. Our accommodations offer the perfect blend of upscale elegance and friendly hospitality. You won’t find anything quite like it in the Willamette Valley. Book your room today!
