I somewhat stumbled upon Hawkins Cellars after a recent fire this summer in the gorge blocked…read moreaccess to my regular spots (fortunately they are ok!) and I'm SO happy I did! First off, yes, the view is incredible.... but there is so much more to love about this place. The staff and owners could not be nicer. I joined the wine club, and they host really nice/cozy events each quarter, complete with wine tasting and some tasty housemade food/snacks. I recomend checking this place out unless you only like giant fancy wineries. This is more in the boutique casual (in a good way!) category, which is exactly what I like! Cheers to Hawkins Cellars!

Nice place, nice people, different experience, good wine, cool setup they have out there. It was…read morevery pretty in the snow.

Definitely my new favorite winery. It's a little bit off the beaten path of the Oregon hood…read morewineries (because it's in WA shhhhh!) but completely worth the drive, just a little bit north of Hood River. Gorgeous scenery, a $20 wine tasting, and the cutest interior with so many plants and eclectic art. Loved bringing my friends here, I'll be back! Love that there is a view of both the Gorge and Mt Hood on a clear day. Reservations recommended for groups.

Loop De Loop is fantastic!!!…read more I stumbled upon Loop De Loop's Four Wind wine while having dinner at Anna's Table (Thank You John Z) in Cannon Beach, OR. Fast forward, we planned a stop at Loop De Loop after hiking Multnomah and Wahkeena Falls. It was one of the best surprises of the whole trip to Oregon. I expected Loop De Loop to be a small, modest vineyard and instead I discovered an absolutely stunning vineyard nestled in the picturesque hills of the Columbia Valley. I opted for the full tasting and I'm so glad I did. I really enjoyed the breadth and diversity of the wine offerings. And the wine is made organically!!! We actually enjoyed the wine and experience at Loop De Loop more than any vineyard we visited in Williamette Valley. We also tried the cheese plate and tinned fish, which were delicious. The venue has indoor and outdoor seating. I love the decor and art throughout the building. Service was really good. I dont recall the name of the young woman with red hair helping us out, but she was fantastic. This place gets pretty busy so I recommend reservations. Definitely check it out! Even if you're in Portland, it's worth the quick trek into Washington.

What a magical place! I don't even want to write a review because I don't want it all for myself!…read moreThis is such a female owned place and you can tell it is run by smart, talented, hard working women. They put so much care into their service and their wines are delicious!!! The view is INCREDIBLE

I had an exceptional experience tasting here with my mother and partner. I will definitely be back…read more The winery itself has an absolutely amazing location. There was plenty of parking, though the road up is very steep, so make sure your E-brake is working! There are two outdoor seating areas, one just outside the main entrance, and one overlooking the river. The area overlooking the river is not open to people just tasting, but it looked like the perfect place to sit and enjoy a glass of wine. The interior tasting room (where we sat) is luxurious while still being comfortable. The ambiance of the entire place is lovely, and there is beautiful art and charming knick-knacks everywhere. I was pleased to see all of the pride flags-- it's cool to know you're drinking in a safe place. The woman pouring also let us know that the winery has a literary/witchy theme, which I thought was fun and an excellent conversation-starter. The wine was good. I like German varietals, and this place clearly knows how to do them well! The Gruner was my favorite, and we ended up getting an extra taste of the early harvest to compare to the mid-season, which was lovely. We also got an extra pour of some bubbles because someone else had ordered a glass. The woman pouring was incredibly friendly, very knowledgeable, and even had the winemaker herself come and chat with us for a moment. Tastings were $25 for a decent pour of 5 wines (though we ended up tasting 7) and they come with a little cheese/olive plate to boot! I was very impressed by the experience offered here. It seems this winery also does a number of events, which I am looking forward to attending. This was an amazing find, and I highly recommend you drive the extra 15 minutes out of Hood River/White Salmon if you are visiting to taste.

Gorgeous setting. Good wine. The roasted beets are amazing; we might come back just for those. The…read moreseating is cute, but very uncomfortable: all-metal tall chairs, with a glass-topped wine barrel "table" that you can't put your legs under. If you have sore feet and don't want to stand, you won't be comfortable. But the service is great and helpful, and in nice weather, the patio seating looks like it would be nice.

I really enjoyed visiting Phelps Creek Vineyards. The wines we tried were fantastic and we really…read moreliked the Passetoutgoege white wine blend. The patio was dog friendly and the food was great too. The menu has a nice variety. We got the olives, corn nuts and the cauliflower and all were so good. Will be back to try more wines and more of the menu. Definitely a great stop!

We had such a relaxing yet informative barrel tasting experience led by Sue last week. They let us…read moreknow ahead of time the barrel tasting room is kept cool, so be sure to bring a sweater or jacket. Glad we did, but they also had blankets available just in case. The room is cozy, and Sue guided us through the tasting at a great pace. She kept us both engaged while making it fun as she shared history of the winery and the vineyards. I especially loved the tip about freezing grapes and using it in wine to keep chilled. We tasted several wines that were still maturing which I wasn't sure I would enjoy, but was pleasantly surprised about how much I like them. A good reminder to keep an open mind! Love the pinots of course and my husband loved the bolder reds. We enjoyed the entire experience! My sister-in-law is a wine club member and bought three bottles to add to their collection. There's also a beautiful outdoor area with chairs and tables, perfect for relaxing. If you're visiting and not doing the barrel tasting, which we highly recommend, definitely take some time to sit outside, enjoy the surroundings, and of course, a glass of wine.. or two +!! Thank you to Sue for a wonderful tasting experience from beginning to end!! Cheers!!

Excellent white wine, very good reds and a lovely atmosphere. Very hospitable place.. we'll visit…read morethere again when I am in Hood River

Upside down, inside out, right side up - any way you turn it, this wine is fantastic!!!…read more A friend who is a wine club member has been raving about their wine for years, and I finally stopped in for a tasting flight. Every single wine in the flight was good, which is rare. My absolute favorite was the Mourvèdre, a serious red with dark fruit and notes of spice. Complex, yet easily drinkable. Their Mourvèdre blend was also a standout. Upside down Wine is located right on Oak, the main street in Hood River and located right next to the clothing store, Parts and Labour. The name is very subtle over the door so if you aren't intending to go here, you most likely will walk right by. Don't! The very stark, modern interior, which feels a bit sterile, comes alive with warmth from the friendly service and the chatter and laughter of other patrons. You can stand along the long bar, European style, or sit at a high top for two or in comfy chairs in the back. Now that I've had the opportunity to visit the wineries in Hood River and the Gorge multiple times, previous faves no longer hold a candle to some of my new favorites. Could be that my palette has become more refined, who knows? I just know that my top 5 list contains none of my original choices and Upside Down wine is now in the list!

Allison was wonderful, friendly, & knowledgeable about her wines. We did a tasting & had a nice,…read morerelaxing time in the shop.

This winery is a MUST! The views are amazing!!!! The service is amazing!!!! The wine is amazing!!!!…read more We went on a Sunday around 3 and it wasn't busy at all - there's outside and inside seating if you're wanting ac. The view of Mt. Hood was breathtaking and so beautiful to see. They offer binoculars to see the mountain and the city below. The staff was very knowledgeable and so friendly.

The service from Trish was amazing! I adore wild fermentation. I liked all the wines but my fave…read morewas Pinot noir & Cabernet. I didn't try the whites. And the view!!! Too windy this day to sit outside but if it wasn't you should

Great wine in awesome location. Fun place for sipping wine and enjoying a tasty charcuterie board.read more

Great wine and great setting. Nice to sit back and relax while they bring you the different…read moretastings.

I can't say enough about this place and the wine maker! Friendly and comfortable! This place is…read moresmall, but absolutely worth a visit. Wonderful whites and great tasting full-bodied reds. We loved everything we tasted and definitely will return. Highly recommend!!

So quaint and personal, like you are sipping wine in a friend's garage. Wait, you are! And it's all…read morepart of the refreshingly, charming experience. This micro family run winery turns out some really lovely wines without the large factory or personnel. The Cab Franc Rose was delightful. I even enjoyed the crisp Chardonnay, and I don't typically go for Chardonnay. the reisling was also very nice. A fan of reds, both the Merlot Cab Franc blend and the Cab Franc spoke to me. Deep flavor but still light enough to drink with a variety of meals or on their own. As soon as I tasted them, I knew bottles were coming home with me! When out in this area, near White Salmon, make a point to stop in. Park on the lawn so you don't block the driveway and walk right up to the yellow house. Tastings are in the garage. Several seating areas in the adjacent yard or just stand around the fire pit in the driveway. Adding to the charm are the family dogs and children laughing and playing in the yard.

Delicious wines especially the sparkling, the Rose and the Gruner Veltliner! Beautiful setting,…read morelovely owners and a perfect relaxing place for an afternoon tasting! cheers!

From the owner: Estate wine tasting one weekend a month. Amazing view of Mt Hood and estate vineyard. read more