Tualatin Valley Wine Guide.
Oregon is world-famous for its Pinot Noir, and the Tualatin Valley is home to some of the Willamette Valley's most accessible wine country. Here is your guide to wineries and tasting rooms near Tualatin.
People often think of Oregon wine country and picture the Dundee Hills or the Eola-Amity Hills, but the Tualatin Hills AVA (American Viticultural Area) is the closest wine region to Portland's south metro. With a cool climate moderated by maritime influences from the Pacific Ocean, this area produces elegant Pinot Noir, vibrant Pinot Gris, and crisp Chardonnay that rival any in the state.
For residents of Tualatin, the wineries of the Tualatin Valley are a short drive away. Whether you are looking for a Saturday afternoon tasting, a vineyard tour, or a special dinner paired with local wines, the options are closer than you might expect. Here are the highlights within and near the Tualatin area.
Wineries in Tualatin
Tasting close to home.
Barnello Winery
21620 SW Stafford Rd, Tualatin
Barnello Winery reopened its doors in May 2026 after renovations, bringing a refreshed tasting room experience to Tualatin. Known for small-lot Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris, Barnello sources fruit from select Willamette Valley vineyards and crafts wines that reflect the character of Oregon's cool-climate growing regions. The outdoor patio overlooking the vineyard makes for a lovely late-summer afternoon tasting.
Lachini Winery & Tasting Bar
Tualatin, OR
Lachini Winery brings a taste of the Eola-Amity Hills to Tualatin with a tasting bar that features their estate-grown Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, and Sparkling wines. Lachini's wines have earned recognition for their balance and elegance, and the tasting bar provides a convenient way to explore their portfolio without a drive into the hills.
Nearby Gems
A short drive from Tualatin.
Venture a little farther, and the Tualatin Valley's broader wine country unfolds. These wineries are within a 20-30 minute drive and are well worth the trip.
Willamette Valley Vineyards Tualatin Estate
Forest Grove, OR (about 25 min from Tualatin)
One of Oregon's most iconic wineries, Willamette Valley Vineyards operates its historic Tualatin Estate vineyard in Forest Grove. The estate produces estate-grown Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, and Chardonnay from vines planted in the 1970s. The tasting room offers stunning views of the Coast Range and the vineyard's original plantings.
Apolloni Vineyards
Forest Grove, OR (Tualatin Hills AVA)
Apolloni Vineyards is a family-owned estate in the northern Tualatin Hills that has been producing Italian-influenced Oregon wines since 1999. Known for their Pinot Noir and distinctive Sangiovese, Apolloni offers a tasting room with panoramic vineyard views and a welcoming farmhouse atmosphere.
Hawks View Winery
Sherwood, OR (about 12 min from Tualatin)
Hawks View Winery in Sherwood is one of the closest tasting rooms to Tualatin. Their tasting room sits amidst the vineyard with outdoor seating overlooking the Chehalem Mountains. They specialize in estate-grown Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, and their weekend events often feature live music and food pairings.
Beyond Wine
Cider, sake, and craft beverages.
The Tualatin Valley's beverage scene extends well beyond wine. Hard cider from Bull Run Cidery and the only American-owned large-production sake brewery, SakeOne in Forest Grove, add to the region's remarkable diversity of craft drinks.
Bull Run Cidery
Tualatin Valley, OR
Bull Run Cidery produces small-batch hard cider from Pacific Northwest apples. Their taproom in the Tualatin Valley offers tastings of traditional dry, semi-sweet, and barrel-aged ciders that showcase the region's orchard heritage.
SakeOne
Forest Grove, OR (about 20 min from Tualatin)
America's first American-owned large-production sake brewery. SakeOne offers tours and tastings of their handcrafted sake, made in Forest Grove with premium rice and pure Oregon water. A unique tasting experience you will not find anywhere else in the Portland metro area.
Plan Your Tour
Tips for tasting in the Tualatin Valley.
- Call ahead for reservations. Many smaller wineries require or recommend reservations for tastings, especially on weekends. Check each winery's website before heading out.
- Visit on a weekday for a quieter experience. Weekday afternoons (Wednesday-Friday) offer a more relaxed tasting room atmosphere with more time to chat with winemakers.
- Designate a driver or use a ride service. The Tualatin Valley wineries are close enough to be a safe and easy trip with a designated driver or a planned ride-share pickup.
- Bring a cooler for purchases. Many wineries offer to ship, but bringing a small cooler in the car is the easiest way to take your favorites home.
- Check for harvest events. Late August through October is harvest season. Many Tualatin Valley wineries host harvest dinners, grape stomps, and vineyard tours during this time.
Wine Country at Your Doorstep
Live in the heart of the Tualatin Valley.
From Tualatin's own Barnello Winery to the vineyards of Forest Grove and Sherwood, calling 22379 SW 107th Ave home puts you in the middle of one of Oregon's most exciting wine regions. Whether you are a longtime wine enthusiast or just beginning to explore, the Tualatin Valley offers a rich and accessible wine country experience. Come see the home and discover the lifestyle.
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