McMinnville sits in one of the most appealing corners of Oregon wine country, surrounded by Yamhill County vineyards known especially for pinot noir. The wineries west and north of town range from polished tasting rooms to small family estates, and the roads between them are a pleasure in their own right.
Plan the day carefully if you are driving. Distances look short on the map, but rural lanes, tastings, and long lunches slow everything down in the best possible way. Many tasting rooms expect reservations on busy weekends.