Domaine Serene Winery

Winery · Yamhill County

Domaine Serene Winery

Winery · Yamhill County

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6555 NE Hilltop Ln, Dayton, OR 97114

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"Domaine Serene has been a staple in Oregon’s wine scene for 30 years now, with numerous awards to its name for pinot noir and chardonnay." - Brooke Jackson-Glidden

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Liza Summers

Google
This winery is absolutely amazing. The moment you arrive, it feels like you’ve stepped into another country like Italy. Even just walking around the property is a breathtaking experience. The views are stunning, and the atmosphere is so peaceful and welcoming. The service is incredibly professional you can tell everyone here truly knows and loves what they do. The staff makes you feel cared for from the moment you arrive. The grounds are expansive, with plenty of quiet, private spots where you can relax, enjoy a glass of wine, and take in the beauty around you. Rolling hills, vibrant nature, and peaceful scenery surround you at every turn. I didn’t want to leave. I’d love to come back and stay longer next time. Thank you for creating such an incredible place it’s a truly unforgettable experience. ♥️❤️‍🔥🥰

Wendy Scarbrough

Google
If I could give this winery more stars - I would! The location is spectacular, and the tasting room and patio are gorgeous. We had such a beautiful experience. Zack, their Sommelier, led us through an extensive tasting experience that included Flagship wines, Member exclusive wines and several others. We enjoyed everything! My husband and I are wine connoisseurs and enjoy trying new wines to add to our Cellar. We found many favorites during our tasting with Zack. We are sure to return. And will order some of our favorites now we are back home. Highly recommend! Make sure you arrange an appointment.

Angie Nagel

Google
Unforgettable Experience at Domaine Serene Our visit to Domaine Serene was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we arrived, we were immersed in an atmosphere of elegance, knowledge, and world class hospitality. Michael guided our tasting, and he was absolutely exquisite. His deep knowledge of the wines, vineyards, and terroir was impressive, he asked the right questions and tailored our tasting experience perfectly. It was fascinating to learn about how the soil and climate influence the grapes, something I had never fully appreciated before. The winery itself is breathtaking. Nestled in the rolling hills of Oregon, Domaine Serene offers stunning views that stretch for miles. The limestone tasting rooms add a unique, almost ethereal ambiance, making the experience feel even more special. And knowing that they have a sister vineyard in France only adds to the prestige and craftsmanship behind their wines. Every wine we tasted was exceptional, rich, complex, and beautifully balanced. Joining their wine club was an easy decision, as it offers more benefits than any other I’ve encountered. Plus, the food pairings were spot on. We indulged in oysters, a beautifully curated charcuterie board, and artisan breads, all of which elevated our tasting experience even further. I truly can’t say enough great things about Domaine Serene. Whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast or just beginning to explore the world of wine, this is an experience you won’t want to miss. I highly encourage everyone to visit—you’ll be captivated from the first sip to the last.

Mad Buy

Google
Zachary was an absolutely excellent guide, showcasing the different attributes and subtleties of their wines. These wines are highly rated for a reason. The property and feel of this winery is of the higher-end ones in Napa or France.

Chelsea Hartman

Google
Made a reservation for this winery because of the known wine, views, and local farms to source for their charcuterie and cheese boards. When we arrived, we were greeted with a splash of brut and then had a table outside on the patio. While I was in the bathroom, the waiter dropped off the first two tastings, and “didn’t have time to talk to us about them”. For $60 a tasting, this is not ok. We’re here to learn about wine, not overpay on poor experiences. I also really dislike wineries dropping off two wines at a time, they get warm and it feels rushed. We then sat there with the wine in our glasses waiting for him to come back to tell us about the wine. After 40 minutes we left. Michael only had 3 other tables, there’s no reason he couldn’t have been attentive to our reservation for 2 people. Additionally when you book the reservation states there’s a wine tour in the cellar and that was never mentioned or done. The reservation is also only 90 min long, so waiting 40 plus minutes to even get started isn’t enjoyable.

Jeff Weiss

Google
Some of the best wines in the area can be had here. The service here is excellent and attentive. You can expect to learn a lot about their wines and the history of the vintages they have to offer. The atmosphere is pristine, although my only the hedgerows were not recently cut during my last visit and that made it was hard to see the hills when sitting on the patio. Also it might be important to expect that the detailed service means that time between pours might be more than what you are used to, so allot some additional time here.

Frances Avery

Google
An elevated experience! The drive up is beautiful, but the views, food, wine and service are amazing! Ciara weaves a story with each wine. We look forward to each visit!

K L

Google
Geovanny was outstanding. Our experience was so lovely and enjoyable. Geo was informative, knowledgeable, and professional, it made for a perfect experience. It’s hard to compare the excellence of Domaine Serene to other Willamette Valley vineyards. We will keep coming back. Cheers!
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Susan G.

Yelp
another amazing time at one of my favorite places. Great Pinots and fantastic crew. Fay treated us to some of my favorite wines old and new. You have to come see her. Good food, tasty wines and even better staff!! Love it here!
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Kate J.

Yelp
Spent the afternoon at Domaine Serene- trying their amazing wines. We had the cheese, meat, sliders, potato chips and bread to match perfectly with our member tastings. Our sommelier Clara made the experience a 12/10! Clara wasn't just the best because of her knowledge or her skill in picking wines; it was because she made the entire experience unforgettable. Domaine Serene will always be special to me, not just because of the wine but because Clara turned a simple visit into a truly magical experience with even better friends!
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Kim V.

Yelp
Ciara was amazing! She was so knowledgeable and kind. She gave off wonderful informing information about wine

Julie H.

Yelp
Great sommelier Fay! Treated us to amazing Pinot Noir and excellent food. Sliders and homemade potato chips were great with a beet-squash salad.
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MaDonna W.

Yelp
We had such a lovely time, wine tasting, and indulging in their house made potato chips. We were pleasantly surprised by the beautiful view of Mount Hood from the property. This winery on the hilltop is really spectacular. They do have a large membership group of people that come.and offer them a special seating area. However, everyone is welcome, and as we arrived, we were met with a beautiful glass of sparkling wine.

Brittany M.

Yelp
The best wine and best servers! I've been a member here for a few years now and they are always the nicest and most accommodating. In the summer sitting outside on the terrace with my dog they bring treats and water. Most recently, our server Ciara offered the kids with us crayons to keep them busy. Ciara gave us a great tasting experience offering multiple side by side tasting it was one of my best experiences yet!

Doug G.

Yelp
Amazing experience. You will love this place. Great people and service. Wine is some of the best in the US!!

Griffin R.

Yelp
Our experience was amazing! It was a foggy day but the service made the best of it. Thank you Clara for everything! The food, service and environment were all great.

Makenna W.

Yelp
Domaine Serene! I love this winery! Not only is this the best wine but the staff here is so welcoming and kind! This place holds a special place in my heart as this is where my fiancé proposed! Clara made my tasting experience amazing!!
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Charles C.

Yelp
Back again on a beautiful summer day after a long morning hike. This is our go to for a guaranteed great experience and it didn't disappoint. Did a tasting flight and cheese board and the service as well as the history and detail description of the wines was first rate. Pricey but a great experience as always!

Keisha K.

Yelp
a beautiful afternoon with the best server Ciara. The wines are impeccable and the service top notch

Dominic V.

Yelp
Ciara was awesome this morning at the winery. We enjoyed her knowledge and the wine.. also the general manager was great also
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Mydalya C.

Yelp
Domaine Serene is a beautiful winery! The scenery, the outside and inside of the establishment is beautiful. There's also a nice gift shop! The house made chips were delish as was the charcuterie. Service was friendly, albeit a bit slow. They were very accommodating and don't rush you out at closing and our winetender Jackson ensured all of our tastings were served. My only complaint would be that a reservation for 6 for a tasting and we were seated in a side extension room from the main tasting room and at times felt forgotten and the wine knowledge and talk could've been better. I know other tables needed tending to, so I'm trying to keep that in mind.
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Lorena G.

Yelp
We became members a couple of years ago and had the opportunity to return and take advantage of a couple of their member tastings. From the moment that we booked our two tasting until the moment that we left, everything was perfect. We had the best hosts that exposed us to not only the history of Domaine Serene but also their extensive wine collection. Everyone was so friendly and happy to answer any questions that we had. For our first tasting, we had the founders room all to ourselves. Immaculate room with a fireplace and full of glamour and peace! After our tastings, we had some time before our next appointment so we had the chance to purchase a bottle and enjoy a glass in their members room, we also took the remaining wine home with us. All in all, one of the best wineries in the Willamette valley and perhaps the world! Thank you for tow unforgettable experiences!
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Noanya S.

Yelp
It was an OK vineyard. I didn't enjoy the wines but enjoyed the host. They aren't very personal and have absolutely no qualms about reminding you that you're not a member, which is off putting - but I digress. It definitely wouldn't be a place where I went out of my way to visit and I'll more than likely never be back ‍ $50 tasting and it's waived if you spend $100 on wine only
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Mia H.

Yelp
I've come here a couple times with friends now and it's always a good time. They have a limited snack menu with items such as breads, cheeses, oysters, charcuterie, and house made chips (which are amazing) and of course, an amazing selection of wine. Each time I come the staff is always so kind and knowledgable about their selection. Although the drive is a bit long from Portland, the views from the winery are scenic and the winery itself is beautiful. Everything that I've had here is amazing, from the wine to the snacks. If there was one thing I wish they changed, would be to have more food items rather than snacks (but I guess, they also have a stellar restaurant for that). Overall, amazing winery and I love coming here.
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Dan V.

Yelp
We have loved Domaine Serene wines for years. Their Pinot Noirs are some of our favorite in the world. We have visited the winery and new "clubhouse" (stunning!) twice in the last two years. What an amazing property. As a club member, the tastings are incredible, with attentive staff giving you access to about everything they have. And the member events including the dinner we attended are top notch!
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Jesse C.

Yelp
Definitely one of my favorite vineyards in the area! Absolutely beautiful interior and exterior, I love sitting outdoors during the summertime. The staff is warm and welcoming. Never had a bad experience here. We are always treated very well. As far and food and wine goes, both very delish. Definitely recommend getting the charcuterie board and the oysters. Good wine. Good food. Good vibes.
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Shay C.

Yelp
Excellent small bites, service, and a romantic ambiance. It is a pricier menu, but we enjoyed most everything we tried and felt it was worthwhile after hiking the vineyard! It was a lovely afternoon -- the views cannot be beat. $55 flight fee per person, waved with a $100 wine purchase.
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Michael Y.

Yelp
This review is for the member's lounge, the Grand Cru membership, and the Winemaker's Suite we stayed in for three nights March 2024. We joined the Grand Cru club a few years back and make a point to visit the clubhouse whenever we're in town. The clubhouse is beautiful. The grounds are majestic. The sommeliers know their wines and Domaine Serene's offerings and vintages amazingly well. I consider myself a person who appreciates fine wines if not a wine connoisseur, but I must admit I only grasp 50% of how the sommelier describes the wines. I still enjoy it - it's just opportunity to learn more about wines worthy of investment of my time and energy to truly appreciate how fantastic they are. The Grand Cru membership wonderful. It's not cheap. About $1200 twice a year for two cases of wine annually, but the member perks are so worth it. You earn four points per dollar. After your earn 30K points or so you can spend your points to stay on the winery grounds in one of four suites that get larger and larger for a greater point spend. We stayed in the Winemaker's Suite for three nights for 30K points checking in on a Monday in March (taking advantage of the lowest point costs because we checked in on a Monday and before April 1. The suite is awesome. It was well stocked with fresh foods for breakfast and a nice charcuterie board prepared for us. They even left us a bottle of 2013 Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir which is one of our favorite wines and such a nice touch considering our three night stay was $0 (just points). I must say Domaine Serene has the best wine club rewards of any winery. Don't spend points on anything you can also spend cash on. Save your points for the experiences that are points only like the multi night stays on the winery grounds. You can't buy a stay here - it's points only which I really like. Overall - we love Domaine Serene. It's our favorite winery anywhere in the world. The wines are delicious. The property is beautiful. The clubhouse is luxurious. The Winemaker's Suite is an amazing home away from home for a few days.
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Farah M.

Yelp
Excellent wine! Great service! Delicious appetizers. Vineyard is beautiful with lawn games that every age would enjoy!
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Ankit M.

Yelp
High end winery with good wines and great service, we added ourselves to waitlist and got a call on the day, so we drove in and tasted the estate flight. One friend ordered wine by glass (monogram wine was great) their cheese boards, oysters and potato chips were also good. We ended up buying some bottles for later and enjoyed the experience. Highly recommended to visit if you are in the area, Note-: the place is expensive and tastings are 50$ per person but well worth it if you spend the time there.
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David D.

Yelp
I'm a sommelier and wine maker from Napa. I have been fortunate enough to tour many of the finest wineries on earth. My experience today with Adam Mansell at Domaine Serene was as good as it gets. His production tour was great. I've been in this business for a while and he answered all my questions with great enthusiasm. The tasting in the Founders Room was fantastic. The wines were amazing and he explained them perfectly. With a great depth of knowledge and humor. And the wines were fantastic. This was a Michelin star level of service. Highly recommend.
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Candace L.

Yelp
One star is being far too generous but you have to select something to post a review.. Let's get one thing straight there wasn't anything just "not good" about our experience, it was down right preposterous! Domaine Serene Winery was anything but serene. A fuc*ing disrespectful, inconsiderate, headache is what they are. This was the only winery I'd booked on Saturday that REQUIRED a credit card AND required 24 HOURS notice to cancel. Our booking was for 4P. We had run a little over at our previous tasting, and had one following that we HAD to skip in order to make it to Domaine Serene (other wise we would have been late, and probably charged the cancelation fee for the two tastings). I felt really bad that we had to forego our tasting prior but when it came down to it, I was looking forward to this experience and I'd explicitly asked them on the phone while booking if they had food/snack options to which they replied yes. We intentionally did not pack snacks for our day trip, knowing we'd secure a bit to eat later in the afternoon here. Not only did we arrive on time, we arrived early and were made to wait just a bit until our 4p seating. At which time, we were greeted - put in our food request and the service stopped right there! Never returned for our tasting, never brought our food order as we watched them seat party after party at surrounding tables, all of which started through their tastings, AND had their food delivered. A couple tables were looking over at us, noticing nothing was coming to us. No wine, no food, no person working here. After 40 F O R T Y minutes I had absolutely had it. They caused us to not only miss out on other opportunities that I can bet would far surpass the pathetic excuse of a winery this place is to sit here and be ignored. We got up from our table, that mind you felt like sitting inside of something resembling a f'ing Cheesecake Factory (barf!) and made our way to the front desk to notify them we were in fact leaving, they can forget about trying to charge my card because we ordered food and never got our tasting and it had been 40 minutes. We left and spotted several other places we wish we'd had time to try but unfortunately, all of them were now closed or closing so essentially Domaine Serene managed to not only ruin our time here but cost us other tasting experiences in the area. I wouldn't recommend this place to someone I despised, let alone wished to have a pleasant wine tasting experience. We were celebrating my birthday and nothing about this was cool! I'd be EXTREMELY weary to book in here, regardless of if you're celebrating or just out for a casual day of wine tasting. We had a 2 hour drive back to Eugene with nothing to eat since they'd ensured to screw us over on that front too. That's when a call came into my phone. I answered and we were told they'd like to have us back sometime. Ummm. NO!!! Why would anyone ever go back to a place that treated them this poorly?!! STAY AWAY FROM HERE. There are plenty of outstanding Pinots in this area, that you can taste at places that respect your time and business. They should really be ashamed of themselves.
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Sam P.

Yelp
I will start off by saying if this were strictly a review of the tasting room, the wine and service I would give 5 stars. The reason I left 2 stars is that upon joining the wine club and placing my first order an extra very expensive bottle was added to my order. I was able to get this removed before they shipped. I was notified of my next shipment after it had already shipped. I wasn't given an opportunity to modify or even approve of the order. It was over $700 for 6 bottles. I found their business practices unscrupulous and canceled my membership. Unfortunate, as their wine is quite good.
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Izel G.

Yelp
Really beautiful winery! The Chefs special was so yummy and perfect for two people to share or even for 1 person if you're extra hungry. The grounds were also really pretty with a great view. The wines were definitely on the pricier side, it would make more sense to buy the bottle if you're in a group to save $$.
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Steve F.

Yelp
One of the best wineries in Oregon. Fabulous Pinot, Chardonnay and Champagne wines. The Club House, that is open for tasting, is gorgeous. Highly recommend.
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Vickie G.

Yelp
My sister-in-law was visiting from California and wanted to taste from the $100 bottle of Chardonnay. She loves Chardonnay and wanted to see if it really was that good. Since I live in the Willamette Valley and know there are lots of great wineries that don't charge $40+ for tasting fees, I didn't want to make a reservation for four of us when I knew at least one would just want a glass, not an overpriced tasting. I checked the website and they claimed they were thrilled to accept walk-ins. We were going in the middle of the day in the middle of the week. We were acknowledged as we walked up and told they were full so we could have a glass of wine, but we would have to order from the hostess stand and be seated at an area for those without a reservation and nonmembers. Pros: One of the most beautiful wineries I have seen. Julia, a young woman who saved the day and the experience for my sister-in-law. When she approached the hostess stand, she was welcoming, friendly, telling us to walk around and enjoy the beauty. However, Ms. Snooty, quickly told her to seat us where we were allowed. Julia took us to the side patio and adjusted the umbrella to make us more comfortable under the hot sun. She continued to talk about her favorites of the wines and asked if she could bring us water. In contrast to Ms. Snooty, she couldn't have been more pleasant. Cons: Ms. Snooty. I hope she was just having a bad day and not always like this, because I have never felt so unwelcome at a winery. Ms. Snooty told us they are booked out two weeks for tastings. As I was sitting waiting for the others to drink their wine, I checked their website and found more than several tastings available for two days later.
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Alex A.

Yelp
Great wine!! Had a fantastic tasting at the downtown Portland location. Ameer , the Portland Wine Lounge sommelier, is so knowledgable and easy going. Introduced me to some delicious wines. Highly recommend stopping in for tasting when in Portland.
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Kymbre D.

Yelp
What an amazing time! The grounds were beautiful, and the service was fantastic. We did the high-level tasting, and it was worth the additional fee. The whites and most importantly, the magnum Pinos were delicious! We ordered the cheese platter, the homemade fries, and the butter service, which was amazing. If you're ever in Oregon and looking for an upscale experience, this is the pace to go. Simply gorgeous and delectable. And make sure to take a few bottles home and... stop by the gift shop and get some of those Yeti roadie cups! Such a wonderful time!
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Trina H.

Yelp
We finally had a wine server who made this place worth the trip! The wines are good, but not that great, maybe just not our style. They deliver a Napa style venue and setting but still lack a little on the wines, nothing wowed us - other than our latest server! Our friend is a member here are we try to come monthly and the pretentiousness of the staff have always bothered us. There is a way to be knowledgeable without talking down to the consumer and the staff here for the most part have not quite grasped that. The food was fantastic but we were hoping to enjoy the wines a little more. A lot of hype here and we get it, but for those really in for the wine, it was just ...... again good not great. The oysters and charcuterie options are absolutely wonderful though, we will come again for the snacks, the view and maybe a glass of something. Hopefully our last server will be there again, can't remember her name sadly, and we can ask her to select something to go with the food. She's wonderful at those suggestions!
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B C.

Yelp
Beautiful winery with great wines from both Willamette Valley and their winery in France. Very high quality. Highly recommend.

Renee S.

Yelp
We had an amazing experience. Thank you Adam for the great wine and exceeding our expectations again!! Renee and Scott.

Jeff K.

Yelp
We had an absolutely outstanding experience at Domaine Serene this week. Huge shout out to Adam, who took us on this journey through the winery and then set us up with one of the best tastings we have ever experienced. Our group will be talking about this experience for a long time. We also enjoyed the light bites they had to offer. Thank you, Domaine Serene and Adam, our sommelier who took such good care of us.
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Laura G.

Yelp
Absolutely gorgeous drive up, amazing grounds, beautiful tasting room. Really liked it here. Downside: didn't like how they made you choose what you were drinking/eating right when you walked in at the front desk. They had you stand there right up front and choose and pay. The whole process (and we chose our wine immediately) seemed to take a long time, yet pressure and rushed. You didn't get to do a tasting and decide unless you were a member. Patio was beautiful, views great. Then we had the person who walked us to the table PUSH a membership on us every 10 minutes or so. I am a member at several tasting rooms and have never felt so pressured to join a club. Needless to say, I didn't appreciate the feeling of being pressured into something. We bought several bottles to go, but did not join.

Barbara C.

Yelp
Had a wonderful wine tasting here and ended up joining the wine club so we can continue to purchase their products.

Chris P.

Yelp
we stopped at this winery to have a glass of wine took forever to get seated as the lady at the desk was very disorganized when we did get seated sat for over 15 minutes and no one would service. This is the most unfriendly non-Customer Service winery I have ever been to in my life would not recommend wasting your time stopping at this place
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Steve A.

Yelp
What an amazing setting, overlooking the vineyards from the veranda of a stunning facility. It's more like a Four Seasons resort than a winery! The wines are just as stunning, certainly the best pinots I've had from Oregon. That makes sense, since they also have their own Burgundy wineries. In fact they have two separate clubs, one for Oregon wine and the other for Burgundy, and we joined both. This is also a great place for a light lunch, with excellent charcuterie, cheese, and bread service, making it perfect for a relaxing experience. Great hospitality!
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Mary D.

Yelp
We took our adult children on a wine tasting trip to Willamette Valley ^ Domaine Serene was our first & last stop. We stopped on our first day & ended up joining the wine club & then came back for a special tasting with Adam, one of their sommeliers. He spent hours with us & did a good job teaching what to look for when trying different wines. We had a great time. And of course their wines are so good. Just a lovely time in a beautiful setting.
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Avelino C.

Yelp
2019 Evenstad Chardonnay Apricot, chalk, green apple 2018 Charmes Chardonnay White pear, flint 2017 Evenstad Ash, white plum Aloxe Corton Premier Cru 2018 Black cherry 2018 Jerusalem Hill Vineyard Black pepper Gorgeous architecture
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Adria T.

Yelp
I've been to the tasting room in Portland and enjoyed it, and this experience was even more incredible. The staff was welcoming, including having a Happy Birthday sign on the table for my friend when we arrived. Charles is a wine expert and patiently answered all of our questions. I can't wait to return!
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Amanda R.

Yelp
The scenery and location is beautiful. But I would have to say that being charged $55 per person for a wine tasting is over the top. I knew that the tasting price was $40 per person, this was listed on the menu. I saw a small note (on the bottom of menu) that stated $15 extra, for 2 additional tastes. Our group of 4, was never asked if we wanted to taste additional wines it was just brought to us. It was only brought out after my friend said that so far she wasn't a fan of any of the wines. It was a birthday get together and I didn't want to make the final payment discussion uncomfortable. Between the $55 charge per person for wine tasting. Also 50% of the tasting time was stories about the owners and all the money they have and all their properties. I really just wanted to relax with friends and taste wine. I didn't need to hear about the multi million dollar properties in France that they owners just bought. I will not recommend or visit this winery again.
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Natalie M.

Yelp
We became members at Domaine serene in the winter of 2020, ending our membership in winter 2022. Because I would have liked to see a review of the membership itself (value, experiences, etc) I wanted to update this review with our overall experience and reasons for ultimately leaving. The majority of our membership was at the Grand Cru & Gold Eagle levels for reference. The Pros: - The wine is truly excellent, and the selection is vast. You will never be bored because there is always something new. - The lounges are a nice date night spot around Portland and while there is not a membership discount on the overall price (bottles and food), they offer a 25% discount on glasses and provide extra pours. - They offer lots of events and wine education seminars, but very few are included with your membership. - The points system provides some value and the "high point value" experiences that you can save up for are really fun (Moda Center, France Trips, Etc). - The food at the Lake Oswego wine lounge specifically, has always been great in my experience (although the menu hardly changes). - The winery itself is very beautiful and they include a special tasting once a year that has always been such a treat! The Cons: - Extremely pushy sales at every turn and touchpoint. From the moment you sign up for the "Estates" membership every DS employee will slowly try to convince you to upgrade to the next level. You have to have IRON will to resist this, and a few employees will even shame your taste or your budget in the process. Employees get commission on new memberships and it shows. - They do not discount their bottles at all for members, which is peculiar considering this is a somewhat standard policy in the Willamette Valley. I once went to Target to find the Rose and the Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir priced lower than what I was personally paying as a club member. - They advertise "access" and "selection" instead of overall value. This is a strategy to offer you a taste of a high end wine, only to tell you that you can't access it unless you upgrade your membership which again is part of the sales tactic to sell upward. - If you bring guests, they lay it on thick! Multiple times I would get a way bigger sales pitch when I brought guests to the clubhouse which was a little slimy and left us not wanting to bring people there. - They have two "hush hush" memberships that they will offer you if you spend enough with them, Cellar Society is one. We noticed people bragging about these as "exclusive" and "elite" but really they are just reflective of who spends the most within the club system. Events: - The Fall Harvest festival in 2021 was a disaster to put it mildly. We brought three guests who each paid fifty dollars for the entry ticket ($250 total) which got us three tokens each to spend with our membership level. ....each token was the equivalent of about 10 dollars, so we paid fifty to get thirty and STILL had to pay for every pour of wine in the form of more tokens. On top of what we already paid we spent an additional $300 to just enjoy the event and get enough to eat. It was really embarrassing for us considering we brought guests who got cleaned out. - They advertise the Gold Eagle dinner all year long and it is the one event that is included with your membership. We were really excited to attend and then quickly disappointed when we got violent food poisoning that night from the food partner, Fogo De Chao. After this, we decided to cash out our points and end our membership knowing that most of our low brow cheap favorites could be purchased at retail anyway...or for a better value at Costco ;) If you have money to burn on wine and truly enjoy tasting elite varieties, than this may be the wine membership for you! For us, the multi thousand dollar price tag didn't equal out with the value of our experiences.
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Joel D.

Yelp
Absolutely unbelievably beautiful place. Very high end with sweeping views of the Dundee Hills. We had the wine tasting and food paring. (Bread board and cheese board) Wine tasting was $40.00 pp. boards were $20.00 and $7.00 for the bread. Service was outstanding and wine was good.

Quip Q.

Yelp
I visited this beautiful winery in Willamette Valley to celebrate my son's graduation, and it was indeed serene. Tasty wines, interesting surroundings, top-notch staff. Small plates were great. Walked around inside and out; terrific views all around. I went on a Tuesday; not very busy and so was able to really enjoy everything.
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Brendie W.

Yelp
Beautiful scenery, the vineyard is stunning Wine tasting was a lovely experience. It is a big winery, it not a small feel if that's what you are looking for. The tasting room is more of a show room. If you want a small town feel let your wine experts know this when booking.
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Patrick M.

Yelp
While not the most Oregonian thing you'll do all day, it is a top notch experience. We had an excellent wine guide for the day, very knowledgeable, and was able to open a few extra things per our tastes. We went on a cold winter day, but still had a nice large window view of the sunset. The service was very good and the wines were all pretty impressive. I also enjoyed the actually decent pour of the tasting, and not the "half sip" that most are doing these days. We also ordered the cheese board and the bread board to nosh on - both not filling but tasty. I would end my day here in the Valley, so you can feel the difference and see your preference.

Wilbur P.

Yelp
"Pretentious and just okay. An ounce of pretension is worth a pound of manure." Was Walt's review back in 2020 and today it's still the same. Their wines are ok. Understaffed, cold, impersonal. If you want style not substance this is your place. No Oregon heritage here just Wall Street capital.
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Connie S.

Yelp
Pretentious, over-priced, and way out in the fact that this once-revered winery has gone so downhill in what they charge the public as well as their wine club members. Zero discount on their wines, and oh by the way, did I mention NO % off on whatever they offer?? Not a fan anymore and not EVER going back.