Wrap Up Summer with Local Wine Festivals

Saturday, August 22, 2015

Carrie Wynkoop, GoLocalPDX Contributor

Having fun at local wine festival

It’s been such a hot summer that at times it’s been hard to leave the comfort of our air-conditioned house to explore the glory of Oregon in summer time! But the good news is that we’re in for a stretch of more reasonable weather over the next few weeks and there are some great food and wine festivals that will help you end the season with a bang!

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Festivals are a great way to explore Oregon wine. They usually include multiple wineries, many of which you haven’t heard of before, along with awesome food from local restaurants. These events are the perfect way to discover new loves and celebrate all that is delicious in Oregon.

Pick a few and enjoy!

Cheers!
Carrie

Carrie Wynkoop is the founder of Cellar 503, a new wine club featuring unique, high quality, affordable wines that represent the full range of great Oregon wine. Cellar 503 is for anyone who loves Oregon wine and wants to explore.

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