Allen was an excellent communicator leading up to the tour and an overall excellent, knowledgeable…read moreguide. I asked him for boutique vineyard recommendations specifically to avoid seeing labels I could buy in the grocery or liquor store. He provided a list of 3 vineyards, aside from the one I was dead-set on visiting (Penner-Ash), suggesting 4 stops was more than enough. He was spot on. I was ready to tap out by the fourth and final stop. He suggested a 9:30 AM pick up from downtown Portland, accounting for about an hour drive to get to the first vineyard. He was right on time and picked up in a clean white Mercedez van. The first stop was Argyle, followed by De Ponte Cellars, followed by Brooks Winery for lunch, ending at Penner-Ash. Even though Argyle appeared to be a little commercial given its location on a fairly busy street rather than off the beaten path, the space and their sparkling wine provided for a good intro for the rest of the day. The other two vineyards he picked were exactly what I wanted. We were the only ones in De Ponte, except for the cat. And Brooks had a great food and wine menu for lunch, overlooking beautiful views. As for pricing, I was first taken aback by the $75/hour price point, but I got over it considering: - Allen's competition was charging about the same - Allen is your private driver for the day and waits for you in between stops - Uber is not practical or all that cheaper for something like this. The vineyards are too spread out, some of which are in no service areas, and I can guarantee an Uber driver wouldn't bring Allen's expertise to the table. Overall, I was very satisfied with this service and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Wilammette Valley. The more people the merrier, however. The $75/cost is per hour, not per person.

Hands down, the best wine tour, I've ever been on! John the owner of the company, who started out…read morethis business after attempting to retire several years back, has given a new definition to wine tours. He treats you like family, becomes your friend and shows you what you want precisely like an excellent doctor diagnosing your qualms. As soon we all met, John immediately got on to establishing our preferences and getting us on to our insider's boutique wine tour experience. He educated us and amused us with history and facts in regards to the valley, the Dundee Hills and beyond. He's most certainly got a talent for tours and a heart of gold to boot. Book a tour with this company. Best times to go according to John, are after March through end of October. EXTRA Tips-- + Most wineries waived tasting fees when you're with Insider's + Cost $60/hour + tip Everything Sam K. said about this company is true; nothing but friendly, professional, and knowledgeable people here, providing wonderful and unique inside wine tour experiences.

We had such a great experience from start to finish! Dave was incredibly helpful during the booking…read moreprocess and gave us great recommendations for planning our day in wine country. Joe was our driver and he was awesome - super knowledgeable about the area, flexible with our plans, and made the entire day feel completely seamless. We were able to just relax and enjoy ourselves without having to think about any of the logistics. Both the planning and the day itself were so easy, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. We would absolutely book with them again next time we're in wine country. Highly recommend!

Joe could not have been more kind! He went above and beyond for our little wine tour. He was…read moreknowledgeable about the area, pointing out places and different wineries along the way (for next time). He was also willing to make a few extra stops if we had time. The kindness and flexibility was outstanding! Highly recommend this company to get you around the williamette valley vineyards safely and to your stops on time! We had a great experience.

R. Stuart was one of our stops when we were in McMinnville earlier this month. We had a delightful…read moretime with their flight, which compared two different years of the same wines. I enjoyed that immensely- it really shows how varied weather conditions can affect the outcome. Great service and charcuterie as well.

My husband and I had a lovely evening at this tasting room. The hosts were incredibly friendly and…read morevery knowledgeable. We learned so much about wine and the wines sold there during our tasting. I enjoyed the heartwarming stories of the different labels. While at the tasting, we snacked on roasted cashews and watched people mill about 3rd Street. The wine selection leans heavily toward roses and lighter reds.

We had an incredible experience with Cellar Select Experiences! From start to finish, the tour was…read moreperfectly organized and felt truly personalized. The winery selections were outstanding, offering a great mix of beautiful settings, amazing wines, and behind-the-scenes insights you wouldn't normally get on your own. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole day relaxed and fun while sharing great stories about the region and the winemakers. Transportation was comfortable and seamless, so all we had to do was enjoy the day. If you're looking for a memorable, elevated wine tour experience, I can't recommend Cellar Select Experiences enough. It was the highlight of our trip and we'll definitely book with them again!

This was our second trip/booked private tour with Carmine and still a favorite for us. We tried out…read moreseveral different wineries. The selection of which wineries, we left up to Carmine, and he hit exactly what we were hoping to achieve. Finding some under the radar labels and learning more about willamette valley and the surrounding area. This time we tried out Christom, Brooks, Bethel Height, domaine Serene, Posessed wines and picked up a couple cases from Holloran. Our first winery was Bethel Heights, and was taken aback about how good this tasting flight was, especially the buttery tasting Chardonnay. A perfect way to start a cloudy but adventurous day. Brooks Winery - Lunch was exceptional, we tried the chicken and butternut Squash, also ended up loving their selection of Pinot's and Riesling's and immediately became a member after finding what we consider the perfect Riesling. In Salem we stopped by Christom and only positive things to say about the exceptional tasting we had. We added this winery to our growing membership list. I believe it was their Chardonnay, Pinot and price point that raised the bar for us.. In Dundee Hills we stopped by Domaine Serene which we already had a membership. We had brilliant time there and ended up buying more of their wines. Carmine also treated us to his personal brand possessed wines and it's a treat, beautiful flavor profiles, clean biodynamic winemaking. Of the bottles we tried his Somm Select Rose and Syrah were my favorites. Ended up coming back to the hotel last night putting on some Bee Gees and finishing up the bottle of cool climate Syrah.. When we get back to Honolulu, definitely going to dive into the other bottles and really explore the different offerings. Overall tour - cost is reasonable, especially for a private tour, and not having to worry about transportation and setting up the tastings. I have allot of favorite parts of the tour so hard to pick one. Best way to explain this is we're already planning for our next tour with Carmine and we really hope we could invite some friends to experience what we did.. this tour is the perfect romantic journey with your loved one, trying out the different wines and just having a great day but it can also be wonderful, educational experience and how good the wines, wineries and elevated experiences this tour offers.

If you are visiting Oregon and looking for the most exceptional, personalized wine tour, Carmine is…read morethe one to call. Beside having a top-notch professionalism and personality, he is a walking dictionary when it comes to wine tasting, agriculture, and interesting facts about Oregon in general. Highly recommend!!

This was the winery we were the most excited to try. We opted for the reserve tasting to give it…read morethe best chance. Unfortunately the wines were a let down. We did have charcuterie which helped bring out some notes in the wine but overall it was just ok at a high price point. Our server, Atlas was the high pint of our visit. She was super sweet and engaging. The patio seating was nice except for the road noise was a bit off putting.

The wine and customer service were disappointing in every respect. Our birthday group arrived after…read morevisiting Domaine Willamette, where we had spent approximately $1,600 and were treated with exceptional kindness and hospitality. The contrast at Cathedral Ridge could not have been more striking. Before we were even seated, Misty told our group to be quiet. Tuyen then suggested that we go to the dive bar across the street because it would be "a better match" for us. This was insulting, unprofessional, and completely unacceptable. Our group included senior CEOs and CFOs, and we arrived prepared to spend generously. Instead, the staff made it clear that our business was neither wanted nor valued. We left and went to Penner-Ash, where we were warmly welcomed, promptly seated, and treated respectfully by both the staff and other guests. We happily spent another $800 there. Unfortunately, Cathedral Ridge's wine was as disappointing as its service. Anyone seeking quality wine and a welcoming environment would be better served elsewhere. The staff also seemed more concerned with policing our group than addressing the couple engaging in highly inappropriate behavior in the corner. Cathedral Ridge called us a poor match for their establishment. Based on the subpar wine, hostile service, and atmosphere we encountered, they were right - just not for the reason they thought. The dive bar across the street may very well offer better wine and hospitality.

What an awesome place The wine club is the best around…read more Events are so fun We have been to the members dinner and bingo night so far We also really enjoy stopping in for a glass of wine The staff is exceptional

What a charming winery and so close to Portland! Just off I-5 in the quaint town of Aurora, it's a…read morequick ride from Portland yet for feel like you are miles away. Inside is so unique! The floor and counters are made from old bowling lanes. The wood creates a warm and inviting space, perfect for a tasting or to share a bottle. In warmer weather, sit outside and take in the beauty of the vineyard and nature. There are plenty of seating areas Overlooking the beautiful property. Many rave about the hybiscus wine, which I did enjoy, and the Pinot Noir Rose. But I'm a big, bold red drinker so my fave was their Syrah. It was definitely the darkest and most full bodied of their reds with notes of blackberry. blueberry and boysenberry. Nice and jammy with a hint of pepper. Lanphere Cellars, formerly Oregon's Best Wine, opened just a few years ago and I discovered them while taking a Sunday drive. This is a family owned winery and the service is warm, friendly, and knowledgeable If you want to get out of Portland for a fun afternoon or if you are driving down I-5 near Wilsonville, definitely stop by!

Absolute best thing I could have ever done for myself!!! Truly transformation. The coaches are…read moreunbelievable knowledgeable, and inspiring.

Wow! What a great experience we had with Corywinn!! We booked the treehouse and being wine people ,…read moreof course , we added in a wine tour . The treehouse experience will take you right back to your youth providing you climbed any trees at all. It was comfortable, with a spectacular night a sleep . We spent the morning at a few wineries which were good , however, they did not compare to the wineries he brought us to. With a deep knowledge base, and not intrusive, we enjoyed not only his wine choices, but the sincere passion for the entire wine process . Of course, riding around in a Tesla was just a bonus! Highly recommend this, well worth the investment !! And did I mention he's also a Foodie? All of his recommendations for food were spectacular!! He's the whole package ! Take some stress out of your trip planning by scheduling some time with him .