Honeywood Winery was a great stop! When I went in I saw a nice wine selection but I was on the hunt…read morefor mead and they indeed did have some. In fact I had an idea they sold it (but don't ask me how and where I got it) so it wasn't really a shot in the dark that they would have it. I got a bottle of the Wild Mead which is more floral and kind of keeps the honey flavor more present. They had plenty of other flavors... berry flavors some I think but this particular one was what I wanted. The service was friendly and I had a nice conversation with the two employees there. The mead itself was wonderful! As I said it is more of a floral flavor with the honey presence at work. Refrigerate it and you got a very refreshing and flavorful beverage to sip with at the end of the day.

Most of the wineries in the area specialize in Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and drier wines, while…read moreHoneywood is amazing at sweet and fruity wines - my personal favorite. I first came across their brand at some tasting rooms on the coast and the Made in Oregon store but this is the first tome going to their headquarters. They do 4 tastings for $10 and have unique varities including some west coast berries like Huckleberry, loganberry and, our favorite of the tasting, Olallieberry. The bottles are also really affordable at around $14. Service was super friendly and great about describing the different flavors.

Just a really fun winery with great views and a really nice team. Also included for free is the…read morecutest little dog you've ever seen at a winery!

Driving up to Portland from Eugene and decided to stop for wine-tasting in Salem. Redhawk was my…read morefirst stop. It was peaceful with great views. Did their tasting and their wine samples were delicious. Plus they had a cute dog to keep me company! Cheers!

My first trip to the Pacific NW, and the Willamette Valley. This wine stop was definitely one of…read morethe highlights. Gorgeous setting with spectacular views of Mt Hood in the distance. Fortunately we went on a perfectly sunny day. The wines were amazing, and the sommelier pouring for us was very knowledgable and entertaining. I didn't even really know wines could be made certified organic, but I guess that makes sense, just extra work on the vineyard to maintain it. I particularly loved some of the wines on their other label, Haden Fig. It was a perfect afternoon, made even more memorable by the gorgeous pair of horses they had in their field, Gypsy horses I believe. Highly recommend stopping in and seeing for yourself. Thanks for the great time!!

If your looking for a nice little hidden gem in West Salem. Take a moment to find this wonderful…read morevineyard. Certified organic wines. If you truly enjoy the essence of wine they really have mastered the art. The staff is passionate and knowledgable with an educational approach to their craft. I can't wait to make it back in the warmer months.

Great staff, great wine. Lovely estate to spend a few hours drinking wine and listening to…read moreCaribbean music.

We dropped by here today and tasted some wine…read more Summer was on staff there and she was able to give us the story of the winery's origin. Which was very interesting but I'll let her tell you about it when you visit. On my way up there I discovered there was a Groupon for $20 you could get a tasting of eight wines for two people. So, I purchased that which was a great deal. It turns out it's a misprint there is actually only six wines but still a great deal. This was a weekday visit and they had some prepackaged food for purchase and also soft drinks. We purchased a couple meat and cheese trays and went outside to enjoy the wine. It was nice outside finally under 80 and air quality not terrible for a pleasant change. They have a great many tables and chairs and umbrellas outdoors making it a nice stop for spring and summer. The wine club sounded intriguing and I'll definitely ponder that as everything tasted great. I'll definitely be back to try it again.

Been here a few times. Really enjoy their activities, like wine and painting, etc. food is top…read morenotch. Limited menu but great patio and views of the vineyards.

Chemeketa Cellars was easily a highlight of my Saturday afternoon festivities. It truly feels like…read morea local gem, and knowing the wine is crafted by students makes the experience even more special and unique. The service was wonderful the staff member helping us was so kind and welcoming. We tried the 2019 brut sparkling wine, and it was the perfect balance of crisp and slightly sweet. I usually shy away from sparkling wines because they can feel too heavy, but this one was light, delicate, and incredibly easy to enjoy. We also ordered the blue cheese-stuffed dates with almonds, and they were absolutely delicious! Rich, flavorful, and a perfect pairing with the wine. I do think I would have preferred the goat cheese version, but they were unfortunately out at the time. In fact, it seemed like quite a few items on the small menu were unavailable, which was a bit of a downside. Overall, Chemeketa Cellars is a charming spot with great wine, friendly service, and a unique story behind it. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in Salem for a girls day!