Willamette Valley | Oregon

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Yamhill-Carlton.

Oregon’s Yamhill-Carlton AVA (American Viticultural Area) is full of passionate winegrowers and winemakers eager to introduce you to the best Oregon wines you’ve ever experienced. Join us.

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Yamhill-Carlton AVA Oregon Wine Tasting

We are the Yamhill-Carlton Winegrowers

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The Yamhill-Carlton AVA (American Viticultural Area) is home to Oregon wine industry pioneers, winegrowing veterans and the valley’s friendliest natives. Located in Oregon’s northern Willamette Valley, we’ve built a reputation as growers and producers of Oregon’s most sought-after Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Besides making great wine and being a gorgeous place to visit and live, we pride ourselves on being welcoming, down-to-earth people. If you haven’t visited us and found your next favorite winery, we invite you to please join us in Oregon soon!

45 Minutes Southwest of Portland
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10 Minutes North of McMinnville
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50+ Wineries To Discover

Yamhill-Carlton AVA Map Oregon

Yamhill-Carlton AVA Map Oregon

45 Minutes Southwest of Portland
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10 Minutes North of McMinnville
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50+ Wineries To Discover

Tasting Rooms

Browse 50+ Yamhill-Carlton Wineries To Visit

Special Events

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Vineyards

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History

Established in 2004, our roots go back to 1969

Geek Out

Dive deep into our geology and climate

Where To Stay

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Where To Eat

Our valley is rich in world-class cuisine

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The wines of the Yamhill-Carlton AVA have an abundance of spice and floral qualities that are layered onto dark fruit flavors.

Ken Wright

Ken Wright

Winemaker

Yamhill-Carlton Pinot noir is redolent of blackberries, raspberries, cloves, tobacco, and coffee – all incredibly food friendly flavors.

Vitaly Paley

Vitaly Paley

Chef

Yamhill-Carlton wines first captivate you with aroma. Their texture is like no other wine – silky, generous, and a persistence that lasts.

Tony Soter

Tony Soter

Winemaker

Have a Question? Contact Us:

PO Box 73, Carlton OR 97111
Yamhillcarltonwine@gmail.com

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Jun 27

Never underestimate the words of Michael Broadbent:
"Drinking good wine with good food in good company is one of life's most civilized pleasures."

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Jun 24

The first-ever Pride Street Fair in Yamhill County is happening tomorrow, Saturday, June 25th!

This event is free, for all ages, and will be a celebration all day!

A spread of vendors, food and drink, and a line-up of speakers and performers will partake along Alpine Ave in McMinnville, Oregon.

For more information check out: https://www.winecountrypride.com/events

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Jun 22

The Yamhill-Carlton Winegrowers newsletter has fresh and local food for thought, sign-up today! Link is in our bio.

Stay in the know, we promise you will be happy you did!

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Jun 20

Tomorrow is the first day of Summer! Can you believe it? May your summer be filled to the brim with sunshine, great wine, and good company!

We look forward to sharing a beautiful Summer Solstice with you!

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Jun 17

This Father's Day treat your dad with a day out wine tasting in our beautiful AVA!
Many of our wineries are hosting special wine events for dad.

Thinking about taking dad out for dining after wining? Between the city of Carlton and Lafayette we have got you covered! You will find a myriad of options at Carlton Bakery, Cuvée, Earth & Sea Restaurant, Martha's Tacos and More, and The Horse Radish.

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