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.

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.

Really good wine but tasting room not open at posted times. Showed up at 1:45 on a Friday and no…read moreone in sight or answering the phone. Luckily I have wine at home :) can't rate them too low because the wine is just that good, but wish we could have visited today.

Had a great bottle of Pinot Noir on a Friday afternoon before shopping. Our hostess, Jade, was…read morevery knowledgeable about all of their wines and a great conversationalist! Tiny tasting room, but nicely decorated and welcoming. We will be back!

Mix the prettiest views in town with one knowledgeable wine server and you have a great experience…read moreon any afternoon. The 5 tasting flight takes you from a very light Chardonnay to a very heavy Sagrantino. (Which you can only find here.) Dogs are welcome on the back patio. The house is the oldest in town and has a very interesting history, which you can learn as you sip. The wine maker lives in the home, and keeps barrels in the basement!

Tiny boutique winery in the heart of downtown Hood River. The building has a very rich history…read more Unfortunately, we didn't get a tour (perhaps they don't do tours). The wine tasting was priced very reasonably. Their wines are very unique in how they're sourced and processed (pressed/fermented/etc) We were hosted by the founder's dad who was super nice and knowledgable. And at the end we ended up buying two of their bottles.

Located in downtown Hood River along Oak St, is the Pines 1852 tasting room. Tastings are $20 for…read more5 wines that are already selected from a Pinot Gris to a Merlot and ending with a Cab Sauvignon. The tasting is waived if you buy two bottles. They offer plenty of seating and other non-wine options such as cider, beer, and non alcoholic options. The hostess was very nice and explained how things worked and answered any questions. Most of the tastes could also be bought as a glass for $13. Loved the artwork displayed and it was generally a causal and chill place.

What a cool spot to start off a birthday celebration for friends! Several friends did wine tasting…read morehere. I ended up getting a glass of raspberry cider and it was tasty! A great spot for mingling with friends!

Awesome place to try wine from around the world. If you are in Hood River I definitely recommend…read morethat you stop in.

If you like to sample wines from around the globe and learn about the various regions, Porron is…read moreyour wine bar! Whike it's always great to drink local wines and visit the vineyards in the Gorge, the world of wine expands beyond and around the globe. Danielle, the owner, curates wines from various regions to create flights that delight and educate. Located in the heart of downtown Hood River, on 2nd just a few steps from Oak Street, and sharing space with Blaine & Bethany Photography, you are surrounded by breathtaking images of the Columbia Gorge as you imbibe. Danielle is passionate about wine and her enthusiasm in infectious! If you are seeking recommendations for what wine to serve or gift, she can expertly guide you. I'm so happy she has opened up this wine bar and tasting room, a fantastic addition to Hood River. Flights, glasses, bottles available. Ask about the wine club!

$25 for 5 samples. The tasting room is kind of a weird setup with one long communal table. Service…read morewas great! Friendly staff.

I really enjoyed our visit here this summer. The wines were good, the atmosphere was really chill…read moreand the staff members were friendly and inviting. They have a wide variety of wines to choose from, so everyone in our group got to try something they enjoyed. Our favorites were the roses, which was perfect for the summer day we went. The bottles felt a little pricey, but worth it for a great Hood River experience.

Impromptu trip of 6, and it was glorious! The woman working was attentive, sweet, kind, and made…read morethe experience all the more better! The property is absolutely gorgeous. We had plenty of seating. Service was quick food truck out front although we didn't eat at looked amazing when I looked at other people's plates lol I was sad the fruit shop wasn't open, but it probably is not in season?! This is the second time I've been there and I will be back!!

The Gorge White House was a fantastic stop on our road trip through the PNW. The grounds are…read moreabsolutely beautiful, with plenty of seating spread throughout different areas so you can relax and enjoy the scenery. We loved the U-pick flower garden--such a fun and unique touch. The drinks were excellent, from refreshing ciders to great wines and beers. Their food truck is a standout, serving some of the best burgers, flatbreads, and sandwiches we've had, and the sides are truly to die for. It's also very kid- and dog-friendly, which made the visit even more enjoyable since my daughter had her dogs. If you go, definitely try a burger or sandwich paired with a cider flight--it's the perfect combo! Can't wait to go back.

This place is AMAZING!…read more I brought my dog here and they were super excited to have her and super welcoming. Love a dog friendly spot! I did a wine flight and my boyfriend did one of the wine and soft serve sundaes. This was such a cool and unique offering and the flavors actually paired so well together! The space is really vibey- lots of photo opps and cool art. We were tucked away in our own little couch area and it felt like we were at a cool club or something. Very hip, trendy, but still classic and lovely wines. The staff was top notch, super friendly and helpful. I felt like me and the servers were all besties by the time I left and they were so kind and accommodating. I can't wait to come back!

Evoke is so much worse than it was. Spent $30 on two glasses of wine while sitting in a cold space…read morethat looks like someone's garage. The new location is way more ghetto than their last three. Overpriced, small pours, and a cold warehouse vibe. If you want a glass they only offer 3 choices. There are better places in HR.

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.