July 2025
Summer Sips and Vineyard Vibes🍇!
Summer is here! Are you ready?
Whether you’re planning a backyard BBQ, a lazy day on the river, or a starlit picnic, we’ve got just the bottle to elevate every summer moment.
This July brings sunshine, laughter and the perfect excuse to pour a chilled glass of your favorite wine.
Join us for a relaxing weekend day up at the Carlton Estate to enjoy the patio with its sweeping views of the vineyard and the coast range.
Carlton is open Fri-Sun: 12pm-5pm
Or visit us at our downtown McMinnville Tasting Room for a day of strolling the shops and sipping some wines on the patio.
McMinnville is open 7 days a week.
Sun-Thurs: 12pm-7pm
Fri-Sat: 12pm-8pm
We look forward to celebrating this summer with you!
FEATURED EVENTS
Summer Fun with MacFresco!
Weekends: Friday-Sunday. June 20th-Sept 1st.
Starting Fridays at 3pm and going to Sunday at closing.
Starting each Friday afternoon during the summer season downtown McMinnville will be transformed into an outdoor dining and shopping event experience!
Each weekend, Third Street is transformed into a pedestrian-friendly epicurean playground.
Chris James Cellars will be featuring various shopping and food vendors each Saturday and Sunday of the event from 12pm-6pm.
Come visit us, have some wine, and then take a stroll and check out the exciting shopping and foods of this fun summer award-winning event!
Additionally, there will be live music every Saturday from 4-7pm at the 600 block of Third Street!
If you are a vendor, or know a vendor, that would be interested in a free space to sell your wares during this event, please contact us!
The 12th Annual DRINK PINK!
Saturday July 26th, 12pm-4pm || Stoller Family Estate
Join us for the 12th Annual Drink Pink Rosé Festival at the amazing Stoller Family Estate! Prepare to drink the best Rosés in the valley while enjoying live music, noshing on amazing food and shopping with local craft & food vendors!
Don’t forget to dress up in your best pink outfit for our annual ‘Best Dressed Competition’! Whether its a subtle hint of pink, a beautiful pink dress or an outrageous display of all that is pink, Think like Barbie,
“Pink, goes with everything
Beautiful from head to toe
I’m read’ to go, you know, you know
It’s pink
Good enough to drink”
To top it off, we are thrilled to announce that we are partnering with With Courage again, a local non-profit that supports families in Yamhill County who have been impacted by a breast cancer diagnosis. They offer care packages, online and in person support as well as financial assistance. View below for ways to support With Courage while at Drink Pink!
Tickets available now!
Chris James Cellars at Italy in the Valley
Sunday August 17th. 12pm-4pm || Cana’s Feast
Started in 2009, Italy in the Valley is a celebration of wine, food, music, and friendship. Wineries from throughout Oregon gather on the lawn at Cana’s Feast to highlight their Northwest take on the classic wines of Italy.
We will be there pouring our best Italian varietals. So, come out and join us for a fantastic day that celebrates the magnificence of Italian wines
Entrance fee includes a logo wine glass, wine tastings, lunch, and the opportunity to visit the various vendors.
No ticket sales at the door. Must buy tickets in advance.
Recipes
Recipes to look for this month on our website:
Madeline’s Chardonnay Shrimp
A family recipe. Perfect for our 2020 Chardonnay!
Charitable Giving Wine
We’re appreciative of your ongoing support with our Wine Releases paired with our Charitable Giving Wine program! For over a year now, each month we have successfully raised funds to support our local nonprofit organizations while showing off our featured wines!
Featured June organization: McMinnville Habitat for Humanity
“McMinnville Area Habitat For Humanity is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. MacHabitat’s mission is to bring people together to build homes, community, and hope. We envision a community where everyone has a safe, decent, affordable place to live.”
Featured June wine: 2020 Chardonnay
Profile notes: Aromas of Meyer lemon, apricot, hints of caramel and a woody creaminess, with lingering flavors of bright citrus and stone fruit.
Available: At both tasting rooms and online
Cost: $32/ bottle — $11/ glass pour
How you can support:
- Taste the 2023 Black Muscat before you buy on our wine flights all month long!
- Visit the Tasting Rooms or purchase online all month long
- Purchase Bottles: 10% of the featured wine will be donated
- Glass Pours: $1 per glass pour will be donated
Weekly Events
- WINE WEDNESDAY: Join us every Wednesday for a midweek treat at our McMinnville location! Enjoy a new wine flight as our menu switches over on Wednesdays, as well as drink specials (see below).
- B.Y.O.G (Bring your own games): Every Friday! Round up your friends, or just stop by to enjoy the environment. Every Friday at our McMinnville location, from 5 – 8 pm we offer our space for an evening of games, wine, and light fare!
No reservation needed, our tables will be first come first served
Drink specials: $3 off Glass Pours, and 15% off bottles
MONTHLY EVENTS
First Wednesday of every month!
6:30pm-8:30pm || McMinnville Tasting Room
Gather your team and come join us for a fun evening. Test your knowledge and enjoy a glass of wine.
Trivia night is free, but we do require a $10 minimum purchase of wine or food.
Register your team today!
Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps
July 14-21, 2025 | 7-night river cruise | AmaSerena
Join us as we once again set sail with AmaWaterways. In July 2025 Chris will be wine host for the “Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps” cruise! The cruise includes 7 nights on the river with an optional 2-night stay in Amsterdam beforehand, and optional 3-night stay in Lake Como, Italy afterward.
Please reach out to Nicole Zima (nicole@sailawaygrouptravel.com) for more information or to book your room.
CITIES & SIGHTS
Amsterdam -> Cologne -> Rhine Gorge -> Rüdesheim -> Ludwigshafen -> Heidelberg -> Speyer -> Strasbourg -> Lucerne -> Basel
YOUR JOURNEY ALONG THE RHINE RIVER
Discover fairytale castles and historic vineyards as part of this Rhine River cruise showcasing the wines of the Rheingau and beyond. Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam. Then it’s off to Germany, where you’ll discover the grand city of Cologne and the winemaking hamlet of Rüdesheim. Enjoy cruising through the UNESCO designated Rhine Gorge, where 40 castles are strung like pearls along the river banks. Cross the border into France’s Alsace region in enchanting Strasbourg and take in spectacular panoramas of the Swiss Alps. This itinerary is truly a dream come true.
EXTRA INCLUDED FEATURES ONLY ON WINE CRUISES
• Special tours and tastings at local wineries and private cellars
• Learn about winemaking in renowned vineyards
• Onboard wine pairings with award-winning cuisine
• A wine host will lead tastings and discussions
