Experiences
Experience the best of Willamette Valley wine tasting at Chris James Cellars, an award-winning family-owned vineyard and winery offering an extensive portfolio of unique wines not commonly found in the Valley.
With two locations in McMinnville and our Carlton Estate, we invite you to join us weekly and monthly for special events, and on social media where we release a new video every Wednesday describing the flight of the week.
Weekly Flight
Our flights change weekly on Wednesdays to allow our guests to experience our extensive portfolio. We offer a flight of 5 wines curated by our in-house sommelier for a $20 tasting fee, that can be waived with a club sign-up or a 2 bottle purchase.
Want to learn more about the flight? Check out our Instagram for our weekly video with tasting notes and event updates. It is posted each Wednesday.
2020 Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley
Aromas of red current, tart cherries, baked strawberry and baking spice; with flavors of Bing cherries, red currents and juicy acidity.
2020 Carmenere, Columbia Valley
Aromas of raspberry, plum, vanilla and pepper, with flavors of blackberry, dark cherry, plum, chocolate and tobacco
2021 Pinot Noir Wadenswil, Yamhill-Carlton (Estate)
Floral aromas of rose hips, violets and crushed herbs, with flavors of boysenberry, black cherry, earth, bramble, and a pop of pepper.
2023 Chardonnay, Yamhill-Carlton (Estate)
Aromas of honeysuckle and pineapple, with bright notes of lemon and pineapple on the palate and a long lingering finish.
2024 Sparkling Chardonnay, Yamhill-Carlton (Estate)
Aromas of green apple, Bosc pear, with hints of white peach and citrus. The mouth feel is slightly creamy with crispness on the finish.
Tasting Rooms
Each of our tasting rooms offers small bites, sparkling water, and a selection of rotating beers.
McMinnville Tasting Room
The McMinnville Tasting Room is our newest location in the heart of McMinnville on 3rd Street. Drop in to try the newest wines or to enjoy a glass of your favorite wine with small bites.
Sunday – Thursday: 12pm – 6pm
Friday & Saturday: 12pm – 8pm
By appointment, walk-ins are welcome if space permits.
645 NE 3rd Street
McMinnville, OR 97128
503-474-7670
Menu
Cheese & Charcuterie plate $28
Charcuterie plate $20
Cheese plate $20
Spinach Artichoke Dip $12
House-made Bread $8
Spiced Nuts $7
Marinated Olives $7
Chocolate Covered Hazelnuts (6oz bag) $12
Estate Tasting Room
The Estate Tasting Room is nestled in the foothills of the coastal range less than 15 minutes west of Carlton. Relax while enjoying a flight with small bites, and taking in the beautiful scenery.
The Estate Tasting Room is tended by our wine educators who can offer personalized winery and vineyard tours tailored to your interests.
Friday – Sunday: 12pm-5pm
April – November
By appointment, walk-ins are welcome if space permits.
12000 NW Old Wagon Rd.
Carlton, OR. 97111
503-852-1135
Menu
Cheese and Meat plate $20
Spinach Artichoke Dip $12
Nuts & Berries $5
Marinated Olives $7
Chocolate Covered Hazelnuts (6oz bag) $12
Upcoming Events
We host a variety of events at our tasting rooms throughout the year. For a complete list visit our Main Event page and Featured Events.
Events
Chris James Cellars Gives Back
Each month we partner with a local nonprofit organization and show support through a portion of our proceeds on our new release of the month.
You can help us help our local heroes.
10% of bottle sales and $1 per glass pour is donated.