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Oregon Wine Region Guide
Oregon lies in the Pacific Northwest of the United States, with most wineries in the Willamette Valley south of Portland. It is world-renowned for Pinot Noir, as well as Pinot Gris and Chardonnay.
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About Oregon Wine
- Surface
- 19,159 ha
- Soil
- Volcanic basalt, marine sedimentary, loess
- Climate
- Cool, maritime-influenced
Willamette Valley Pinot Noir ranks among the finest outside Burgundy
Oregon lies in the Pacific Northwest of the United States, with most wineries in the Willamette Valley south of Portland. It is world-renowned for Pinot Noir, as well as Pinot Gris and Chardonnay.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oregon known for in wine?
Oregon is best known for elegant, cool-climate Pinot Noir from the Willamette Valley. The state also makes excellent Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and sparkling wine, while southern Oregon grows warmer-climate varieties.
What are the main grape varieties grown in Oregon?
Pinot Noir is by far the most planted grape, followed by Pinot Gris and Chardonnay. Syrah, Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon and Riesling are also grown, especially in southern and eastern Oregon.
When is the best time to visit Oregon for wine tasting?
Summer and early autumn bring dry, sunny weather, with harvest from September to October. Thanksgiving and Memorial Day weekends are traditional open-house weekends at many wineries.
How do I get to Oregon wine country?
Portland International Airport is the main gateway. The northern Willamette Valley, around Newberg and Dundee, is about an hour's drive southwest of Portland.
What are the main wine regions in Oregon?
The Willamette Valley is the most famous, with nested AVAs such as Dundee Hills, Eola-Amity Hills and Yamhill-Carlton. Southern Oregon includes the Umpqua and Rogue Valleys, and Oregon shares the Columbia Gorge and Walla Walla AVAs with Washington.
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