My partner and I visited Elk Cove as part of a belated Valentine's celebration (who wants to…read morecompete with the masses to get a reservation?) We had an absolutely delightful time. The other reviews are not kidding when they praise the view! The space is absolutely gorgeous-- the tasting room feels luxurious and comfortable, and tables are not too close together. But wow, the view takes the cake. You overlook the vineyards, and even though it was cold and cloudy we were blown away. What really impressed me, though, was the service. Our sommelier, Adam, was incredibly personable and a joy to talk to. Further, he was incredibly knowledgeable about all aspects of the wine-- not just the tasting notes and region. He knew a ton about the history of the land/winemaking in this specific part of Oregon and the ecological preservation efforts of winemakers in the area. He produced photos and diagrams of different soil types and explained how they impact the taste of the wine when we did side-by-sides. When I mentioned I had a chemistry background and expressed interest in the chemistry of the winemaking process, he was able to speak in detail about their wines and the ways they are made (probably because he's actually worked in the cellars, too, not just in customer service). As I have mentioned in other reviews, I don't always feel like I get a great customer service experience at wineries because my partner and I are pretty young and because I often have on alternative makeup. We were given A+ treatment here, and I want to thank Adam for making the experience feel special. The wine was good. We got a bonus pour of one of their sparkling wines to start, which was lovely and a nice romantic touch since we were celebrating. I liked their Chardonnay (concrete egg and VERY light oak which is probably why-- I don't like a heavy, buttery Chard) and was surprised it was so good-- it was a seven-year-old white which is unusual, but it really worked. We got side-by-side pours of the pinots, which was great-- I love when wineries do this! It makes it so much easier to taste the different notes. We ended up getting a bottle of their Riesling. The tasting was $25, which is an absolute steal for the level of service we got. Truly a wonderful time, and we look forward to returning.

EC doesn't stand behind their wines. I've had 6 of 9 wines from '12-'13 that turned. I contacted…read moreShelby with no resolution. Update: Shelby, as I shared in our phone call at no time was I told there was a 6-8 year window to consume these wines. 6 @ $50-60 I view as theft when a winery doesn't attempt to make things right. I have an additional 6-8 of this vintage and I will update this post.

I love Dauntless wine bar in Forest Grove and the winery is just as amazing! This place has great…read moreviews and great vibes. If you're lucky enough to go when Joe is working - he is the best and always makes my wine tasting experience so fun! I highly recommend trying every variation of their wines. I went from being a periscope girly to getting a case of multiple different wines and bubbles. I love that they are dog friendly and we can relax in the tasting room. Can't wait to visit again!

Occasionally, they have a food truck come up and serve food. They do have your basic cheese,…read morechocolate, cracker, etc. plate they'll put together for you. We became members here just on a random visit but if you know Joe or once you've met Joe, who generally is the one working both locations... Well, how could you not want to join! And most important of all, the wine is delicious! Every bottle is named after a airplane or member or event, etc. part of any and all military positions. So it makes a very unique! Both locations are very beautiful and all I can say is you actually need to visit both! This winery is military based, and although we are not military, we love what this place is founded on and what they support. The forest Grove location is a cute little hole in the wall winery and I believe you can sit outside as well. It is in the heart of downtown Forest Grove so everything is in walking distance! The old Highway 47 location is perched up on a hill just down the road from Henry Haag Lake and if you look closely, you can see, Helens and one other mountain. You sit back relax look over the vineyards and if you're lucky there might be somebody playing some live music. They also have seating options for inside the highway location, which has AC and heat depending on the weather. You should definitely try out dauntless wine! You won't regret it.

My wife and I visited Kramer Vineyards and the tasting room last week and it was just ok…read more The tasting room server was very pleasant but the wines were sub par. We have been too many wineries and this one just didn't measure up.

My sister and I visited on a late July Sunday afternoon and really loved it! We had a great time…read moretrying wines although it was my first time so no promises that the wines are knock your socks of, I thought they were pretty darn good especially for the 25$ a flight. The cheese and bread board was simply delightful, my personal favorite. Beautiful vineyard, drive and venue area. Everybody was very kind and the ambiance was perfectly balanced. Sarah was a lovely server who cared about her job and presented everything in a bubbly manner. The lavender marion berry jam was so good I asked after about it and was given a sample jar! But thats just because I was sweet so don't expect too much ;) Totally go here

BINGO at a beautiful vineyard with delicious food, tasty wines, delightful other guests and a…read morewonderful Drag Queen is how Sundays should be spent. The parking lot is much kinder than many other vineyards. I did not really see specific ADA spots which were likely full but the parking lot is small and easy to navigate with a short stroll to the tasting room. We got there later than I wanted but we were not the last and were able to tuck in seats in the back which is perfect. I was a bit surprised that they didn't have water at the tables for everyone and the menu was very small with two different paninis - a caprese and an Italian meat one.... we got one of each and then split them.Which was pretty perfect and both were really good! Their regular menu is much different and I look forward to trying it when I visit for a regular wine tasting. We started with a glass of the Rose Bubbles. It was perfect for a late summer afternoon. We drank a bottle of the Moscato Frizzante, a definite favorite. We are both hummingbirds, is in love with sweet wines. Sometimes the sweet almost assaulting on the palate. I was completely amazed at how smooth, soft yet supple that wine is! We asked to try their blends with sangiovese which they have 2. I was attending with my friends mom. My friend passed away recently and was married here so she wanted to get bottles of her favorite wines. There were 2 people working and he just set the tasting wines down (which were tiny samples in tiny wine carafes), mumbled what they were without pointing which was which and practically ran. Since we were actually drinking wine, our glasses were full so we had to drink from the carafe, which felt a bit tacky plus they are reds we were trying to actually taste... I realize drag Bingo is also happening but a tasting glass to give some aeration to the two wines is helpful. It was such a wonderful way to spend the afternoon. The few annoyances we had, I imagine were likely from them having to navigate a larger group. It is so nice having a place like this so close! I also have to express that the inclusive events make me more anxious to support them with my business.

Very nice vineyard. The wines were good. Really like their chardonnay. The guy that was explaining…read morethe wines was knowledgeable about the wines and vineyard. Lots of places to seat down inside and out. Beautiful area.. good vibe .. def check it out.

A local favorite of mine, I'd say! Especially if you're staying in the Banks, Forest Grove, or…read moreHillsboro area. This is one vineyard that's a short drive, and not very difficult to get to for being located in Cornelius. No long and windy roads is what I'm implying. An easy vineyard you can show out-of-town guest what Oregon wines are all about. I feel this would be a quick treat for them. Even after work, just to relax with a glass and charcuterie board, we've been here! ~ The Views (or a view) ~ If you've seen the yelp pics on the views, then that's exactly all you'll get. You can chill inside for a tasting or out on the patio while enjoying an excellent view of the vineyard. On a clear sunny day, you can see Mt Hood in the background. Down below the patio, at vineyard-level, there are a few wooden beach chairs and picnic tables as well. It's relaxing wherever you choose really, to say the least. ~ Reds, Whites, and You ~ If you're looking for a white chard that's not too sweet, then this is your place! Their wines are simple enough to enjoy. I don't recall having a bad pour. But like practically every vineyard in Oregon, they too serve pinot noirs. I personally have more of an earthy pallet, so I do not have a taste for pinot gris or rieslings, but theirs I did admire. You'll have to try them for yourself. Again, I believe all their variations can satisfy anyone's pallet. ~ Owners, Staff, and Service ~ At one of the member events, we did get the opportunity to meet the owners, and their pup. All of them really down-to-earth people in my opinion. But I would like to give credit to Mach and Melissa as well. These two hustle! Not for you to just purchase their wines and join the club, but they're attentive on what you'd be interested in. Thank your Mach and Melissa for your generous and friendly hospitality. We've had questions, they've had answers. This little winery just gives you everything you'd expect from a winery. Case and point!

Absolutely gorgeous tasting room with an amazing view. Cozy and comfortable seating arrangements…read more Excellent service. Knowledge and professional. We don't try the food but there is a nice selection of light bites.

$10 for a flight of 6 very good wines is amazing! Add to…read morethat the fact that they sell meats, cheeses and breads and have an outstanding view and wonderful staff and we knew we did very well by choosing to taste here! I always prefer reds but the Riesling they gave us to taste was very nice. I'm kicking myself for not writing down the pinots because the peppery one was fantastic!! The tasting room is lovely and we were allowed to bring in our own small tray of snacks too (not knowing we could buy there as well, which we did because we had a very large group). I had no idea where Forest Grove was (and I've lived here all my life) and so I was thrilled to discover this winery with my friends on a Birthday wine tasting day. Yay Forest Grove!

This place was fine - their wine was okay. The tasting room is a bit extra and doesn't really blend…read morewith the feeling of the property. They have a map and will show you where on the property the wines came from, which was unique. The service was top tier. We went around noon on Veteran's Day, and we were the only visitors at the time. It was kinda awkward for how large the space was. None of the wines were overwhelming or notably memorable - but all good quality for the Oregon wine country. It's worth visiting, might be your jam, but definitely not mine.

Tried this place on a sunny afternoon on a weekend. It was empty for the most part of our visit and…read morethere were hardly any people around. It's a beautiful winery with vineyard around a castle. There's barely any food at this place. Not even the basic snacks to pair with the wine tasting. Giving it a 3 star rating because of their service. We had to ask for the snacks and wine several times for us to get the service and no one is available actively to serve the customers. Even the wine tasting, usually they talk about the type of wine and where it's made, however, the person who poured us the wine didn't even tell us anything about the type of wine. The only positive side of this place is their ambiance and the vineyard. I would definitely not go here again. They could do better with the service.

Beautiful place! Paige was so awesome with our tour and tasting. This is a family owned winery, and…read moretheir story is awesome. Definitely recommend! Everyone enjoyed the wine and bought bottles to bring home.

One of the best wines I've ever tasted. Pinot is fabulous,…read morealso the owners and winery are as well.

I visited Boitano last year, picking up three bottles of their Rosé Bubbles (can't say…read more"champagne"!) which have traveled with me a few thousand miles. Red bubbly wine is definitely unusual so when I opened up the last one for a friend, it was a real treat. I met the owner, who was a pleasure, and the view over the vineyards is amazing. How was the wine? Fantastic. I'd buy this again for sure! [Review 2139 of 2024 - 37 in Oregon - 23158 overall]

5/5/22 Sorry for such a late review, but if you are…read morefollowing, I am very behind due to my 6/13/22 SF JapanTown incident, see Yelp. Also, I am not able to recover any of my photos for this winery... FYI, 7/31/22 is their last weekend, as they are moving the tasting room to another location. See website. Quality/Quantity - Good, very small tasting room. One of only 2 customers. Everyone here is friendly, both the team members and the other customer(s)!! Atmosphere - Hard to find, maybe this is what makes this place more special? Off the beaten path. So if you do not like crowds, this is the place for you. Small vineyard, with a small tasting room. May 2022 hours = Open 5 days a week from 11am to 5pm; closed Tue & Wed. Current hours = 11am to 4pm; Thursdays are appointments only. Future hours at their new location = TBD. Service - Good. Price - Complimentary tasting + tip, as we were guests of our friends. Oh, we got some snacks, gifts, and bottles of wine; but it must not have been expensive as I do not recall how much I paid. Or was it due to excessive wine day drinking?? Owner Comment - Congrats on all your successes for the last 25+ years. Cut and pasted from website: "We are announcing that Ehren Jordan, owner of Failla Wines, has purchased our vineyard, winemaking facilities, and my house. Ehren started Failla in California in 1998, expanding into Oregon in 2001. We know that his history of farming biodynamically will carry on our tradition of thoughtful stewardship of the land. We are equally proud to announce that Justina Bice, our Direct Sales Manager and Derek Einberger, our Co-Owner, will be taking over the Patton Valley brand as the new owners. Derek is back in Oregon as the new winemaker for Dobbes Family Estate, but don't fret, Justina will continue to operate out of the Tasting Room in Gaston. We are excited to say that after a hiatus last year, we are pleased to announce that production of the PVV wines will resume this harvest. Yes, that means Patton Valley Rosé this Spring. Long live Patton Valley!"

This place was on our list because it was so close to our first tasting place, but nothing really…read morejumped out at us other than the proximity. Upon sipping the first wine (2019 patron valley Pinot) which is the perfect pizza or "porch pounder" wine, I knew this would be a good place. The 2014 estate Pinot is to die for, but it's club only, so we didn't end up taking it home, but their club is a really good deal. For $75 you get access to the club with no bottle purchase quotas. You simply get to enjoy two free tastes or glass pours per visit and a whopping 35% off bottles (WHAT?). We also got crackers and rogue creamery cheese to snack on and it was the perfect visit under our own personal heat lamp. Can't wait to come back in the summer. The views aren't the best, but I can excuse that with the quality of the wine and the friendliness of the tasting associates.

THE BIG: Located in Hillsboro Oregon and has a gorgeous view of the volcano especially Mount Hood…read morein the back. Plenty of parking in the lot in front. THE BLACK AND WHITE: This was our last winery stop before we headed back to Portland and we were fortunate to snag a seat outside overlooking Mount Hood. This place also doubles as an Airbnb so if there's ever a stay the night kind of deal, this winery offers it. I got the wine tasting of four which consisted of a pinot gris, cab franc, pinot noir and a rose of pinot noir. My favorite out of the bunch was surprisingly the cab franc, even though we were in pinot country. Very green and vegetal tasting. It was a weird way to get to the bathroom which I had to walk around the building because the farmer was sleeping in the main room. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Overall a tasting was around $28. I'd say a good value and good wines with a great view.

We had a lovely afternoon here enjoying exceptional wine and a beautiful charcuterie board. It's a…read morevery casual environment, nestled amongst trees, looking out to expansive views of the vineyard. Just beautiful! The service is wonderful, it feels like your guests at someone's house. just enough talk and descriptions of wine without being overbearing. we never had to wait for the next pour, they saw when we were ready and magically appeared. It's dog friendly, so my friend brought their lab pup. The owners also have dogs - but be cautious as one of their large dogs went after our pup. Thankfully the owner was able to grab him and kept him locked up for the rest of the time, but it did have me quite rattled. The next time, we will leave the pup home out of caution.