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Chris James Cellars

Chris James Cellars

Willamette Valley·Northern Willamette Valley·Carlton, OR

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Chris James Cellars is a winery based in Oregon's Willamette Valley, with a presence in McMinnville and Carlton. The winery produces a diverse range of wines from its estate vineyard, as well as regional PNW fruit, including aromatic whites, sparkling wines, elegant bold reds, and classic Pinot Noir. Chris James Cellars is known for its hand-crafted vintages, with notable releases including the 2018 Pinot Noir Reserve, 2019 Edel Riesling, and 2019 Lagrein. The winery's tasting rooms offer a relaxed atmosphere, with the McMinnville location situated on 3rd Street in the heart of town, and the Estate Tasting Room nestled in the foothills of the coastal range. Visitors can enjoy flights of wine paired with small bites, as well as participate in various events and activities throughout the year, including Wine Wednesday, B.Y.O.G. Fridays, and live music performances. The winery also offers a wine club membership program, which provides members with exclusive discounts, events, and access to limited-release wines.

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79 wines poured

  • 19 ZinfandelZinfandel2019
  • AlbariñoAlbariño2025
  • Albarino, Yamhill-Carlton (Estate)2025
  • BarberaBarbera2021
  • Black Muscat2023
  • Bubbles 2 Pack
  • Cabernet FrancCabernet Franc2022
  • Cabernet SauvignonCabernet Sauvignon2021
  • CarmenereCarmenere2020
  • ChardonnayChardonnay2023, 2020
  • Chardonnay, Yamhill-Carlton (Estate)Chardonnay2023, 2020
  • Claret2019
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