Holiday Shopping on Third Street in Downtown McMinnville

The first thing you’ll notice about downtown McMinnville is the pace of life; we take things a little bit slower here, savor our wine and fine cuisine, and take a moment to sit back and relax. And that’s not to say this isn’t a lively place—downtown McMinnville hosts events nearly every weekend, and Third Street […]

10 Amazing Restaurants in McMinnville, OR,

After a day of sipping wine and touring vineyards in the Willamette Valley, it will most definitely be time to reset and refuel. Thankfully, you’ll find a lovely selection of restaurants in McMinnville serving up farm-to-fork-style menus with creative preparations and innovative flavor combinations. There’s been a recent surge of chefs relocating away from main […]

The Best Pinot Noir at our Willamette Valley Winery

Of course, the wines produced in the Willamette Valley are world-renowned, including some of the best Pinot Noir. As this region roughly shares the same longitude as Burgundy, France, the climate and wines produced in these areas have spectacular similarities. Bailey’s journey in winemaking began in Burgundy, France, where he learned to view winemaking as […]

Explore Downtown McMinnville, Oregon this Fall

While there are always great perks to spending your vacations in busy metropolitan areas, there’s something magical about planning a trip to a charming small town—and downtown McMinnville, Oregon, is one of those fantastic destinations. Often listed in major publications as one of the best small towns to explore in Oregon, downtown McMinnville exudes a […]

McMinnville Wineries: Grape Harvest Events & Tastings

Fall is a time of celebration and excitement in the Willamette Valley! As the grape harvest nears, the winemakers and crews of the award-winning McMinnville wineries prepare to pick the ripe fruit and begin the in-depth process of blending and bottling the newest vintage. For many, this is the most anticipated time of year—a new […]

McMinnville Wineries: Upcoming Grape Harvest Events

Fall is a time of celebration and excitement in the Willamette Valley! As the grape harvest nears, the winemakers and crews of the award-winning McMinnville wineries prepare to pick the ripe fruit and begin the in-depth process of blending and bottling the newest vintage. For many, this is the most anticipated time of year—a new […]

Find the Best Pinot Noir at these Willamette Valley Wineries

Oregon’s Willamette Valley has become synonymous with the best Pinot Noir, thanks to its ideal growing conditions and dedicated winemakers. The region’s cool climate, similar to that of Burgundy, France, provides the perfect environment for this delicate grape. The volcanic and sedimentary soils, coupled with the valley’s unique microclimates, contribute to the complex flavors and […]

Where to Stay in Oregon Wine Country

After spending the day tasting through Oregon Wine Country, don’t drive back to the city! Make a night of it and stay at our luxury McMinnville Bed and Breakfast. This way, you can fully enjoy yourself and possibly even make a whole weekend getaway or extended relaxing vacation out of it. There are so many […]

Enjoy the Best Wine in Downtown McMinnville

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, […]

Our 10 Favorite Activities In Downtown McMinnville

Downtown McMinnville is full of life in the summertime. Outdoor patios and rooftops are full of eager diners and wine enthusiasts. The historic Third Street sidewalks are bustling with tourists eyeing the local boutiques and wine tasting rooms, and the weekly farmers market is a hub of farm-fresh goods and crafts. As the largest town […]