OREGON

& THE WILLAMETTE VALLEY

Season 2, Episode 1

Mountains, valleys, bridges, gorges, rivers, cities, and countrysides: if you name it, Oregon has it! In this episode, we'll explore why the Willamette Valley has established itself as a premier growing region for Pinot Noir, the difference between sustainable/organic/biodynamic, fish on the Columbia River, make art in downtown Portland, cook some amazing fish dishes at Ned Ludd restaurant, and explore the Columbia Gorge. Time to venture outside of California on this inaugural episode of Season 2!

filmed May, 2019     |     runtime 29 minutes


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jesse lange estate full length interview

Jesse and his family were some of the first pioneers in the Willamette Valley to make wine, and some of the first in the entire country to make Pinot Gris! He and I chatted a long time about Oregon, his wines, sustainability and more! Obviously we couldn't fit our whole conversation in the episode, so I'm pleased to bring you the full interview! Only available to Vino VIP members only, so sign up today!

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LOCATIONS

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downtown mcminnville in oregon

DOWNTOWN MCMINNVILLE

This is the little town you see at the start of the episode, and is a great place to start your adventure. It's a small quaint Oregon town in the Willamette Valley, but that's the charm. It's super close to a ton of wineries, so a good place to lodge if you prefer this over the big city (Portland). 

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LANGE ESTATE WINERY

The Lange family were one of the first to recognize the amazing potential of the Willamette Valley to grow incredible Pinot Noir. If you visit, you'll be able to try a lot of the single vineyard Pinots that are only available at the winery. Say hi to Jesse, Don, and Wendy for me! 

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lange estate winery in oregon

downtown portland in oregon

DOWNTOWN PORTLAND

Portland is less than an hour from the Willamette Valley, and makes a good home base if you like city travel. There's a ton of park space, world class restaurants, and a lights out bar scene. Here are a few of my picks if you visit!   

WASHINGTON PARK
MEC
PORTLAND FARMERS MARKET
CANARD
MULTNOMAH WHISKEY LIBRARY

ELISE WAGNER STUDIO

It was my first time learning about encaustic art, and it was really fascinating! Elise not only sells her work, but offers classes at her studio! 

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elise wagner studio in portland

ned ludd restaurant in portland oregon

Ned Ludd

This Portland Oregon staple of a restaurant was one of the first to arrive on the scene when Portland began taking off and has really mastered the fresh, season fare that Oregon is so known for!   

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THE COLUMBIA GORGE

About an hour outside the city, the gorge is worth a day trip exploration! Here are a few spots we visited! 

MT. HOOD
MULTNOMAH FALLS
CROWN POINT
HOOD RIVER
crown point and multnomah falls oregon

RECIPES

from the Oregon episode


halibut ceviche recipe from oregon
salmon with red wine and vegetables recipe from oregon

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