UPCOMING EVENTS
Wine Club Share
April 2026 | Various Participating wineries
This April, J. Christopher & Appassionata club members can visit 6 other neighboring wineries for exclusive benefits. Collect 4 stamps and turn in your card for a chance to be offered a 3-pack of wine from participating wineries at a truly incredible discount (trust us, it’s good!). Pick up a passport at any of the participating wineries to get started.
Participating wineries: Arborbrook, Bellinger Estates, Dion Vineyard, Lichtenwalter Vineyard, Rain Dance, & Tresori.
Sauvage: An Exploration of Oregon Sauvignon Blanc
April 11, 2026 | 11:00 am – 3:00 pm | Durant at Red Ridge Farms
Join us for a relaxed afternoon celebrating the beauty and diversity of Oregon Sauvignon Blanc. Wander through olive groves and lavender fields as you taste wines from 20 local producers, enjoy fresh coastal fare and Mediterranean bites, and take in live music in a stunning garden setting.
Spend the day sipping, exploring, and connecting with winemakers behind each bottle. Tickets are limited and this event sold out last year – reserve yours early.
Waffles & Wine
APRIL 19, 2026 | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | APPASSIONATA ESTATE
Brunch got a serious upgrade. Join us for one of our most fun events of the season – A Build Your Own Waffle Bar paired with a curated selection of morning wine-based cocktails (Non-alcoholic options available). Come hungry, come thirsty, and come ready to enjoy a beautiful spring morning on the estate.
Wine on Water
May 7, 2026 | Boarding: 5:30 pm | Portland Spirit
Set sail for an unforgettable evening of Oregon wine and river views aboard the Portland Spirit. This two-hour sunset cruise brings together more than a dozen local wineries, each pouring a selection of their latest releases as you taste your way through the region.
Your ticket includes 14 wine tasting tickets, a souvenir tasting glass, and sweeping views of Portland from the water as the sun dips below the horizon. It’s a relaxed, lively way to discover new favorites and revisit beloved producers.
Boarding begins at 5:30pm. Cruising begins at 6:00 pm and will return to port at 8:00 pm.
MAGIC IN THE MOUNTAINS
May 30, 2026 | 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
The Allison Inn & Spa
Discover the allure of the Chehalem Mountains at this annual wine tasting celebration presented by the Chehalem Mountains Winegrowers.
At the gateway to Oregon’s prestigious Willamette Valley wine growing region, just 35 minutes from Portland, you can discover wines produced by 35+ of Oregon’s most highly acclaimed wineries paired with food bites from local purveyors.
Dive into all that the Chehalem Mountains region has to offer. Revisit your tried and true favorites while exploring new vintages, wines, and wineries. It’s a great time to fill your wine totes and plan your summer tasting reservations.
Friday Night Music on the Patio
RETURNING JUNE 2026 | 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm | APPASSIONATA ESTATE
Summer starts on the patio. Friday night music returns in June – wine in hand, music in the air, and nowhere else to be. Full schedule and artist line-up coming soon.
Come sip, stay awhile, repeat.
