Yamhill Valley Vineyards: A Family Tradition

Yamhill Valley Vineyards is a cherished family-owned winery, now in its second generation of management. Nestled in the heart of Oregon's renowned Willamette Valley, it proudly holds the title of the oldest winery in the McMinnville AVA. The estate spans 150 hectares at the foothills of the Coast Range Mountains, where all wines are crafted from estate-grown grapes. Founded by Denis Burger, David Hinrichs, and Elaine McCall, this winery is a testament to their passion for winemaking.

Over Three Decades of Excellence

Since releasing its first vintage in 1983, Yamhill Valley Vineyards has garnered numerous awards and accolades, both nationally and internationally. The region's clay-based soils, rich in minerals, contribute to the exceptional quality of the wines produced here. The cool climate, moderate rainfall, and minimal temperature fluctuations create ideal conditions for grape cultivation.

Manual grape harvesting occurs in early October, yielding around 15,000 bottles annually. The vineyard specializes in top varieties such as Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, and Riesling, ensuring that only the finest grapes are selected for their acclaimed red, white, and rosé wines.

A Commitment to Quality

Yamhill Valley Vineyards' inaugural vintage was a standout at the prestigious “Burgundy Challenge” in New York City. The winery's mission is to produce wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Willamette Valley, showcasing charm, intensity, and complexity. The dedicated team at Yamhill Valley Vineyards is committed to crafting exceptional wines, driven by their passion and expertise.

Top reviews

Rhonda Russell
June 12, 2023
Just go! Such a nice experience. I forgot to get pictures of the patio while I was there, but it is absolutely lovely with huge beautiful trees. Monica, our sommelier was wonderful! So personable and attentive. One of my favorite experiences. Would recommend to anyone.
Alesya Kos
August 2, 2023
Very picturesque place, with outdoor patio seating. Loved their Riesling flight, my favorite! The patio was surrounded by beautiful trees and the view of the vineyard. Definitely recommend. My friends and I went to 3 places in McMinnville and this one was definitely on top!
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Location

Location 16250 SW Oldsville Rd, McMinnville, Oregon, 97128, United States

Region

Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA

Spoken Languages

Services

Reduced Mobility Access
Pets Allowed
Parking
Bus Parking
Campervan Parking

Visiting Hours

Monday
11:00 - 16:00
Tuesday - Wednesday
closed
Thursday - Sunday
11:00 - 16:00

Wine types

Red Wine
White Wine
Rose Wine
Sparkling Wine
Sweet Wine

Grape varieties

Pinot Noir
Pinot Gris
Chardonnay
Pinot Blanc
Riesling

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Charlotte
Reviewed on October 10, 2024

We had a wonderful afternoon visiting this beautiful winery. It was a spur of the moment adventure and it was such a lovely surprise when we arrived. The setting of the winery is gorgeous— we sat out on a beautiful deck and had a great view of the vineyards. Angie was so knowledgeable, professional, and delightful—we had the flight tasting and ordered the delicious charcuterie board with the amazing hazelnuts, dried cherries, cheeses, olives, salami, and crackers. So enjoyable!

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Jessica Coleman
Reviewed on July 3, 2024

This place lives up to the previous reviews. Friendly personnel, great ambiance, & amazing wine! If you're interested in getting a deeper understanding of the winemaking process and love to explore the outdoors, I cannot recommend the Guided Vineyard Tour enough! Ariel, the head winemaker, was very knowledgeable and fun to hang out with on the 2 mile hike around the estate. Best to go when there's overcast as there is no canopy to provide shade

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Alesya Kos
Reviewed on August 2, 2023

Very picturesque place, with outdoor patio seating. Loved their Riesling flight, my favorite! The patio was surrounded by beautiful trees and the view of the vineyard. Definitely recommend. My friends and I went to 3 places in McMinnville and this one was definitely on top!

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Rhonda Russell
Reviewed on June 12, 2023

Just go! Such a nice experience. I forgot to get pictures of the patio while I was there, but it is absolutely lovely with huge beautiful trees. Monica, our sommelier was wonderful! So personable and attentive. One of my favorite experiences. Would recommend to anyone.

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Alexis Avery
Reviewed on August 10, 2020

An amazing experience with a great selection of wines. YVV is a household name in this wine AVA with a large selection of wines from the area of it's namesake. Our experience included two different flights of wines. While our server was by herself on this relatively busy Sunday, we never once felt like we were forgotten. Great quality wine at very reasonable prices for the area. It's easy to understand why they are as popular as they have become. Can't wait to return!

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Frequently Asked Questions about Yamhill Valley Vineyards

Where is Yamhill Valley Vineyards located?

Yamhill Valley Vineyards is located in Willamette Valley, USA

What type of wines does Yamhill Valley Vineyards produce?

Yamhill Valley Vineyards produces Red Wine, White Wine, Rose Wine, Sparkling Wine, Sweet Wine.

What grape varieties do they plant at Yamhill Valley Vineyards?

At Yamhill Valley Vineyards, they cultivate Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Riesling.

What languages do they speak at the Yamhill Valley Vineyards?

At Yamhill Valley Vineyards they speak English.

Do they produce organic wines at Yamhill Valley Vineyards?

No, Yamhill Valley Vineyards is not an organic wine producer.