Oregon's first Korean-American winery located in the Chehalem Mountains of the Willamette Valley, producing award-winning Pinot Noir and sparkling wines at 1,000 ft elevation.
Cho Wines focuses on Pinot Noir, sparkling wine (Blanc de Noirs, pét-nat). Signature bottles include 2018 Blanc de Noirs (95 pts, Wine Enthusiast Enthusiast 100); award-winning traditional method sparkling wines and pét-nat styles. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Cho Wines has food available alongside tastings. Having food while tasting reduces the effect of alcohol and helps you taste more accurately. Worth taking advantage of when offered.
Yes, Cho Wines has a picnic area. Call ahead to confirm any corkage fee or outside-food policy. Some estates allow you to bring provisions; others have restrictions. Arrive early on weekends to secure a good spot.
No membership required. Cho Wines welcomes all visitors. Reservations may still be recommended, especially on weekends.
Cho Wines is in Hillsboro, OR, in the Chehalem Mountains wine region. Phone: (503) 726-6466. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
The winemaking at Cho Wines is led by Lois Cho, Dave Cho. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Cho Wines offers: Estate Flight, Sparkling Flight, Lounge on the Lawn Rental and Adopt a Baby Vine. Seated or guided experiences typically include more context about the wines and the estate's approach. Worth booking if you want depth over breadth.
Thursday-Monday, 11AM - 4PM Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
Yes, Cho Wines has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent. Call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.
Estate tasting fee waived with $175 purchase or Founders Club sign-up; Sparkling flight fee waived with $200 purchase or Founders Club sign-up; $10 for Founders Club members on sparkling flight If you find wines you'd like to take home, a purchase can offset the cost of the visit.
Wine Enthusiast Enthusiast 100 2024 (95 pts for 2018 Blanc de Noirs); Wine Enthusiast Future 40 Tastemakers 2023; featured as Oregon's first Korean-American winery
