Willamette Valley Pinot Camp
Oregon's most immersive wine education experience
June 18 – June 20, 2026
McMinnville, OR
From $350
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Arrive 15–20 minutes early to settle in and review the pour list.
About This Event
Pinot Camp is the Willamette Valley Wineries Association's flagship educational event, offering an unparalleled immersive experience in Oregon's premier wine region. Over three days, participants visit multiple vineyard sites, taste wines from barrel and bottle with the winemakers who crafted them, and attend seminars covering viticulture, winemaking philosophy, and the unique geology of the Willamette Valley. The event is designed for wine trade professionals and serious enthusiasts who want to deepen their understanding of Oregon Pinot Noir. Participants leave with a comprehensive understanding of what makes the Willamette Valley one of the world's great Pinot Noir regions — and strong relationships with the winemakers who are defining its future. Sessions cover everything from soil science and clone selection to fermentation techniques and aging decisions, all taught by the winemakers themselves in their own vineyards and cellars.
Highlights
- Immersive vineyard visits with winemakers as guides
- Barrel and bottle tastings at Oregon's top Pinot Noir estates
- Geology and terroir seminars in the vineyard
- Clone selection and viticulture workshops
- Intimate access to producers rarely open for education events
What to Expect
- Event is designed for trade professionals and serious enthusiasts
- Comfortable walking shoes essential — vineyard terrain is uneven
- All meals and tastings included in ticket price
- Accommodation not included — book McMinnville hotels early
- Limited enrollment — apply early as spots fill quickly
Schedule
Thursday
- 6:00 PMWelcome Reception & Orientation
- 7:30 PMOpening Dinner with winemakers
Friday
- 9:00 AMMorning Vineyard Visits — geology & terroir focus
- 12:00 PMVineyard Lunch
- 1:00 PMAfternoon Winery Tastings — barrel & bottle
- 7:00 PMWinemaker Dinner at participating estate
Saturday
- 9:00 AMGeology & Terroir Seminar
- 11:00 AMClone & Viticulture Workshop
- 1:00 PMGrand Tasting — all participating wineries
- 7:00 PMClosing Gala Dinner
From $350
per person
Date
June 18 – June 20, 2026
Willamette Valley Wineries (multiple estates)
McMinnville, OR 97128
