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A tractor moving through the fall vineyards at the top McMinnville wineries

Fall Tastings at the Best McMinnville Wineries

Fall is an unbeatable time to visit the Willamette Valley, Oregon's prized wine-growing region. It's the season when, after a long and busy growing season, the annual harvest is pulled in and winemakers around the valley get started on another delici… Read more
Bike resting near a vineyard just off the Willamette Valley Scenic Bikeway

Discover a Biking Paradise in the Willamette Valley

The entire state of Oregon is a biker's paradise, with plenty of bike-friendly cities and fantastic trails crisscrossing the state. From mountain biking to scenic road biking, you can find it all here. This summer, head out for an unforgettable adven… Read more

The Best Things to do in McMinnville This Summer

Summer is nearly on the horizon, bringing plenty of excitement for those visiting - or planning to visit - Oregon's famed wine country. Though wine tasting is often at the top of every visitor's list, there are plenty more things to do in McMinnville… Read more
The Best Willamette Valley Bed and breakfast

The Best Willamette Valley Bed and Breakfast for 2023

We're still in the heart of the dark and wet season here in the Pacific Northwest, which might be all the reason you need to plan a getaway to our delightful Willamette Valley Bed and Breakfast. If a cozy, quiet respite set in a beautiful, charming, … Read more
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