Fullerton Wines

We just moved to the area from out of state and wanted to celebrate our first wedding anniversary with a little bit of wine tasting. Fullerton Wines was the perfect start to our anniversary night out. We ordered appetizers and shared the wine flight. We got a full description of each wine we tried, and they were very nice. Made sure we had everything we needed. Never felt rushed or anything on a Sunday night. Will 100% be back.

One of my favorite places to enjoy a tasting, a glass or a bottle with friends! Stop by the tasting room on NW Pettygrove and ask the tasting room staff any questions that you might have about Fullerton Wines (they are a wealth of knowledge). The young wine maker (Alex) is an amazing young “Artist” that is making some phenomenal wines and parents, Eric & Susanne, are so supportive of his work, it is a real family affair. Prices are very reasonable and if you join the wine club, the costs are even better! COVID-19 UPDATES: they now have a very nice outdoor deck & seating area for enjoying the wines and small plates. Another update since the installation of the hard covered patio structures. We recently visited on NYE and enjoyed the new environment, the same great service, the same GREAT wines and the expanded food options. Make sure you make a reservation online to ensure your spot at the designated time & enjoy the experience that is Fullerton Wines! July 2022 Update: Fullerton continues to have great wines to share Ali g with some excellent food to go with your tasting, or a glass pour or a bottle to share. Alex is making & releasing new wines all the time & you won’t be disappointed!

Without a doubt, the new tasting room for Fullerton Wines is the very best tasting room in Portland. First, its location: the wonderful Pearl District where the city displays the best in shop walking and eating. Second, the tasting room itself: comfortable and ambiant. Jeff, the sales manager, is the best at hosting visitors and tasters of fine wines. His personality will encourage you to stay a little longer and enjoy the excellent wines. Third, the tasty food. Really great and complements the excellent Fullerton Wines. Lastly, the Fullerton Wines! These wines are at the top of Oregon's finest, winning many awards and recognition. The wonderful and gracious owners have done an excellent job in creating and bottling wines that will please every wine drinker. Fullerton Wines specializes in pinot noirs and chardonnays, all of which are elegant and distinctive. Our favorites are the 2014 Croft pinot noir and the 2015 Five Faces chardonnay.

Such an adorable spot! I will always opt for a dog friendly place. Tara took great care of us. The pinot noir flight was excellent. I can’t wait to go back and try more from their menu. I appreciate wine bars that offer more than just charcuterie. The oysters & daily mignonette was perfect. Definitely worth visiting.

My fiancé and I had lunch here amidst the great snowpocalypse 2024. We shared a steak sandwich, brussel sprouts, chocolate cake, and a couple of warm beverages. Every part of the meal was impeccable. The service was outstanding. I couldn’t give any higher praise. This place is excellent in every measure.

Great selection from a family- owned wine establishment. Employees are friendly and personable. The food was scrumptious. You get the personal touch here.

Fullerton is an incredible hidden gem in Portland! We are part of the wine club, and I love their red wines the most personally. They masterfully craft incredible wines and the atmosphere is cozy and friendly. Can't say enough good things about Fullerton Wines 🍷

Been a wine club member for several years and love them! Great food and wine and wonderful people!

Excellent customer service! Ris was fantastic and made us feel welcome and valued From the moment we came in. We asked if they ever showed sports on their television as we wanted to watch the Gonzaga game the following evening. Ris looked up where the game would be streaming from and then brought her personal laptop to work to connect to their television so we could watch the game. That was above and beyond what we ever expected and has ensured we will come to Fullerton every time we are in Portland. Additionally, the food was AMAZING. I would definitely recommend the BLTA sandwich. Divine. Thank you Ris and Kelsey.

Had a great time at Fullerton Wines with a group of friends on a Saturday. Staff was attentive from the moment we walked in and cleaned up a table to accommodate our larger group. We ordered the Three Otters Amber to split since it had a lot of fruit flavors and it did not disappoint. Could easily drink multiple bottles of this flavor. In addition to the bottle we ordered the wedges which were a great option to snack on and line the stomach. They had a pretty extensive menu though with other apps to share and larger entrees so you can definitely post up at this place all day!

I love coming to Fullerton! They are nested in a great area in NW and their wines are all incredible. I have been really into their whites lately, but all the wine is fantastic. I also highly recommend their BLTA - it's perfect.

Good service! The AVA flight was tasty and takes you on a Pinot noir tour through the Oregon regions. The smorresbord is such a treat. Outdoor seating was perfect on a nice sunny day.

Wanted to order charcuterie and this place looked like it had a great option. I will start by saying the salad was delicious and exactly as expected. The charcuterie on the other hand was not great. First off, I was missing one of the cheeses. I would be okay with a substitution, but not missing altogether. Then I noticed that the quince paste was also missing. Now we have a problem. Again, a sub is fine, but nothing is unacceptable. It's the only spread and sounded interesting so it definitely makes a difference. Hard to say why this happened because they simply could have forgotten it, but it's pretty important when packaging to double check your work if that's the case. The cheese portions were a little smaller than competitors too. The nuts were just almonds and the fruit just raisins/craisins - boring! It's not that hard to have mixed nuts and while you're at it include more than one little dried fruit. Just about everyplace includes at least dried apricots. Definitely needs improvement. The meats and cheeses we did get were fine, but was disappointed for sure.

Lovely time at Fullerton. We did a couple of wine flights and had a blast. Perfect spot for a cozy winter date night. Our server, Rod is married into the family and was super knowledgeable about our wines. Only ask is to note the pour size on the menu, felt like our tastes could have been a little heftier. Love the fresh flowers and candles and blankets! Great ambiance and staff.

We had coupons for a glass of wine comped from the amazing Inn at Northrup Station. We got there at 7- Fullerton's hours are til 9 (as stated on their door.) We were told they were closing because "it was slow." It looked like they were just beginning to bring outdoor items in. Sure, we had coupons, but most likely would have made additional purchases. Disappointed to be turned away and disregarded. Horrible feeling-horrible customer service.

If I could put a cero stars I'll do it. About a month ago, my partner went to the tasting room and he was charged for the wine, when as "members" we get a glass of wine or discounts but he was charged full price. Susanne was nice enough to contact me back and get everything straightened off. On the other hand Fullerton wines are very acid, we are from California and obviously the grapes are different and the wine sit better in our stomach. Also their wine has a lot of residues which doesn't look nice when they are trying to sell their wine as a premium product. Once again, tried to cancel my subscription and I get an email from Eric Fullerton charging me a $50 early cancellation fee that was never disclosed to me when the membership was presented to us by Susanne and their associates. After all, it was cancelled but I'll never set foot in that place ever. Poor customer service and high acidity wine. What can be worst? They charging a $50 early termination fee.

My girlfriends and I attended the Dueling Food and Wine pairing featuring Erath and Fullerton Wines last night. We've been to Fullerton many times as one of our friends is a member. Each of the food offerings were exceptional, and in the wine duels I typically preferred the Fullerton over the Erath but both were complimentary to the food courses. The cauliflower soup was robust and creamy, the toast with porcini - I could have eaten 5 of these, the linguini (not photographed because I inhaled it) and flank steak cooked perfectly medium rare and oh so flavorful with the butternut squash and bacon side! The food did not disappoint - loved every bite! Having said that, the event was overbooked as the service was lagging with each wine pour. They knew it but certainly made it for it by serving customers more wine (over the additional tastings) while waiting for the food to arrive. Fullerton does not nice job of offering fun events.

Very enamored by this family-run winery and wine room. Came in on a Friday night and things were pretty quite. The mom, dad, and son-in-law were running the place themselves; could not have had a better and friendlier service. Everybody stopped by to say hi! Their tasting flight was also great. We enjoyed every single one we tried. On top of that, their food was on point. We loved our Salmon Quiche and Burrata Salad. Heavily considering joining their wine club and definitely will be back!

We only went to have a glass of wine each. Wines were ok, nothing exceptional. Ambience was cute, we only sat outdoors. Service was ok, our server was very friendly but service was slow for only one small appetizer. Which by the way was very pricey, a tiny piece of bread with hummus and some veggies for $8! You probably can take two bites out of it.

I just love Fullerton Wines! The wines are beautiful expressions of Oregon Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, and the wine bar and tasting room is always a lively, fun, warm and friendly spot to enjoy a flight. The food is fantastic as well, so you won't walk away hungry. There's street parking all around the tasting room, and I've always been able to find a spot nearby. There's ample indoor space and covered outdoor seating as well. Definitely check out the classes and wine tours that Fullerton offers. Winemaker Alex is super knowledgable and makes wine education fun and accessible for everyone. You'll learn a lot while enjoying some delicious Oregon wines! My fave wine here right now: the Momtazi Vineyard Pinot Noir. Soooo yummy.

Our hotel suggested we visit the Fullerton Wines location near us. We are super glad that we did. What a nice way to unwind after a busy day. The service was outstanding, the explanation of the selections was great, and the smoked trout appetizer was amazing! Stop in ---you will not be disappointed. Looking forward to a return visit.

I'm a long time member of Fullerton (since 2019), and it's one of the greatest treasures I know. Wonderful people, amazing wine, and beautiful atmosphere. If you're looking for a date night/ friends night out/ truly anything that could benefit from a glass of wine in Portland filled with ambiance and excitement, look at Fullerton.

Every time I walked passed this place I would smell the food and hear all the people enjoying themselves and I knew I had to check it out sometime. After some plans fell through I was walking home and decided to stop this time. I didn't know anything about wine so decided to get the signature flight. It comes with 5 different wines so I could see what I like. The waitress brought out each of the 5 bottles and was happy to explain everything to me about each one as I knew nothing lol. It happened to be happy hour so I got the focaccia and it was great. I had a great first time here and definitely plan to come back with a date. All staff members are friendly and speak to me even when I'm just walking by. Thank you!

From their food and wine, to their amazing customer service, Fullerton Wines has been one of the best dining and wine tasting experiences I've had in Portland! It's a family owned business where each wine has a unique story behind it. We got to try their delicious charcuterie board as well, with a wide variety of meats, cheeses, and spreads. My favorite was the black truffle pecarino cheese and the hot capicola meat. The spread was beautifully arranged and it paired perfectly with the selection of wine we had throughout our meal. A lot of the spreads were homemade as well. I loved talking to the owner and hearing the inspiration for their wines. They also have a wine club that you can join with some great deals! I will definitely be back to try some more of their entrees, especially their oyster platter!

Four years ago a client got me hooked on to PNW pinot noirs. Then I went on a mission to find my favorite one(s). I had seen Fullerton in a couple stores and was interested in trying them. Then they opened up the tasting room in NW. We visited right after they opened and were hooked. I signed up for their wine club immediately. Mind blowing pinots, chardonnays, and their rosé- you can't find one better! We visit the tasting room as much as we can and always feel so welcome. Susan makes the most delicious meals for the pick up parties. The staff is so knowledgeable about the vineyards and the wine itself. I would recommend anyone on a wine journey to stop in and be amazed!

Great wine flight available and they were able to accommodate our party of 6 outside. Everyone is very friendly and we love the family focus of the winery. The food was also very good! Tastings are comped with a $100 min purchase of wine bottles.

After hearing about the wine and food pairing menu created by the amazing Sarah Pliner, a few friends and I finally were able to attend. All of the courses were stunning, and we were impressed by how well the coursed paired with selected wines. I really enjoyed the surprising flavours and textures that Sarah experimented with - especially the diced pear with chanterelles and pasta. Like always, the atmosphere is quite inviting, and Fullerton's patio is just a lovely place to sit with friends, food, and wine. Our group did have some feedback, though: 1. The service experience could be improved. We were approached and served by almost all staff (whom we love), but being served by one server plus the winemaker would have been a better experience than being served by several people. 2. The ambience/aesthetic should be improved. Silverware was often forgotten about, and placed in a rush - often incorrectly. Glassware was often also placed weirdly, and it would be nice to have a dump cup for wine. Further, getting better quality silverware (Ikea flatware was used) would be a great improvement to complement the nice plates used. 3. Improving the table experience would be nice. Including table cloths and black linens and decluttering the table would have been nice, since there were a few decorations, and the candle was never lit. 4. Since it was not too busy, it would have been awesome to have the Chef come out to introduce the courses, or to chat with us after finishing the food. The cadence in which courses came was also a little too fast, since we often were not finished courses or wine tastings before the next item was brought to us. There were also a few times where servers did not know what they were serving, so having one person as the go-to for course overviews would be better. Otherwise, I would totally recommend this experience to anyone who wants to enjoy amazing seasonal food with some great local wine. Thank you so much for launching this experience - we cannot wait to see what comes next!

So great! I had the burrata salad and the cheese burger. Both things were perfectly prepared. The wine was excellent as well. The people who work there are very welcoming and informative. Great atmosphere, I will definitely be back.

This is a great place to enjoy good wine and company. The staff is always friendly and attentive. Often you can find the family who owns the winery working and interacting with customers which is great since they know so much about wine and their product. The food here is absolutely great as well and their chef dinners are truly amazing. The tasting room itself is nice and cozy with more seating outside, which is wonderful on a nice summer evening sipping a nice wine.

So good we joined the wine club. The Charcuterie platter was delicious. But the wines...amazing. So nice to have tasting rooms with great wines in Portland.

Located in a Slabtown district neighborhood near 20th & NW Pettygrove, enjoy Fullerton Wines at their tasting room. Sit inside or outside. Make a reservation. They built a wooden deck on the street with tables spaced to meet pandemic guidelines and surrounded with planters. It's a convivial place to slow down, sip sustainable and some biodynamic wines from all the key wine growing regions in the Willamette Valley. Owner, Eric, dropped by our table to share his extensive knowledge and love for growing grapes since he was 14 years old. Fullerton respects the soil by following organic farming methods, using cover crops and refraining from using pesticides. Hey, they even foot-stomp down weeds! Respect for healthy soils makes for wines that best reflect the earthiness when bottled. We tasted and enjoyed the spice notes in the Pinot Noir, the depth of finish in the Chardonnay and Pinot Gris fruity body produced from vines planted in 1969. Cheese and charcuterie plates are available. Buy a case of wine for half price or join one of the 3 options for the wine club, includes complimentary tastings. Fullerton wine for a good time tasting fruit of the vine!

It's okay. Wine wasn't anything special, vibe was weird, kinda overpriced for what you get.

Cold but great service... Heater outside keeps legs warm :) They support otters and have great merch! Thank you Michelle! Keep up the great work!

Just a few blocks off the beaten path of NW 23rd Avenue is a hidden gem that is truly something special. Fullerton Wines is more than a tasting room. You can enjoy flights, buy a bottle or just order a glass. The wine is phenomenal! The owner and his staff (family) treated us like we were part of their family. But let me say a little something about the food. We had the oysters, buratta salad and the cheeseburger...OMG! The oysters were fresh and delicious, the buratta salad was beautifully plated with so many flavors. "How can they top this?" I thought and then the cheeseburger arrived. It was probably the best cheeseburger I've ever had! Definitely get it with bacon. The pickled red onion took it to another level! It needs to be on a Top Burger in Portland list. I highly recommend visiting Fullerton not only for the wine but the fantastic food too!

A must visit if you are visiting from out of town. I'm here for work and read the reviews for several places and this one did it for me. Not only were the reviews spot on the staff was super friendly and welcoming! I went by myself but I didn't feel like I was there alone. I would definitely come back to Fullerton the next time I visit!

First time coming to this place and I had a fun and great experience. Staff was great. Great customer service. We did the Signature flight and ordered the Cheese & Charcuterie Board. Which I would highly recommend the cheese board. It complimented the wine well. Definitely will be coming back and trying a different flight.

My only regret from this place is that I forgot the somm's name. He was such a gem! We arrived mid-day on a Saturday and the only ones around at first, so we got to meet both the somm and the owner, Eric. We did the full tasting of both standard and premium wines, eight in total. It was a joy. The somm spent tons of time with us going into painstaking detail about each of the bottles. We covered topics ranging as widely as micro-climates in Oregon to Austro-Hungarian history to what constitutes a biodynamic farm. He had an answer for every question but in an approachable and completely friendly way. With one of the pinot noirs, I mentioned that I tasted something almost syrah-like. It was a single origin pinot, no syrah in sight--but the somm could tell I liked syrahs and said he might be able to open one extra for us. When we reached our eighth pour, we didn't even have to ask--the somm was already headed back from the bar and uncorking a syrah for us. And the best part--it wasn't just the somm that was good, it was the wine, too. I loved the single origin pinots and the syrah. I ended up walking away with four delicious bottles.

Five stars all around -- food, wine, and service. We were walking our dog, the patio looked inviting, so we decided to have a drink. Ended up getting the signature flight -- five out of five wines were excellent -- hummus, cauliflower soup, and a steak sandwich. My husband loved the sandwich, and the soup and hummus were beautiful and delicious. The plate of dipping vegetables that came with the hummus was probably the prettiest I've seen. And then there's the wine. Sooooo good! The service was excellent and we got to learn all about the wine we were drinking. We'll be back!

Really great service, and knowledgeable family-owned business. Everyone there is either family, or close friends - and it's a tight knit clan. How pleasant it is to come somewhere everyone is family and they actually get along and truly enjoy each other and seem to love what they do. Tasting room is beautiful, with outside seating if you like. They come to your table for tastings, so you're not standing there waiting for a pour amongst 50 of your closest friends all wanting the same thing. It's nice to be seated at a table, have time to enjoy your taste without feeling rushed - and they arrive pretty promptly once you're ready for the next round. We also enjoyed the wines, some were not to my taste - others were. There's no pressure to love the wines, and they're happy to recommend wines that are more to your taste. There's a great selection!

Fullerton is just awesome, full stop. Amazing wines, each bottle. The Bjornsen and Montazi Pinot Noirs and the Lux and Fave Faces Chardonnays are my favorite. Suzanne's cheese platter and homemade crackers are decadent. Eric, Suzanne, their kids and their tasting room staff are just good people - feel like family. Even Phoebe, their wine dog, gave my wife and I unequivocal love this weekend when we picked up our case of wine. I've been a member at several wineries over the past 10 years and this has been our favorite by far. Go see them, you won't regret it.

Fabulous wines, great service and atmosphere! We're visiting Portland for the weekend and a friend had recommended checking this place out and we loved it!

Literally sat outside for 25 min and watched the waiter talk to the table next to us 3 different times. Your service is awful. How hard is it to ask us if we want a glass of wine? We were the only other table outside too!!! Never coming back.

They offer many different wines, as well as small plates, and not usually super busy on the weekdays. And, they allow dogs!!

Pretty disappointed in our experience at Fullerton Wines. I have been there previously and had a very pleasant experience, but this was an exception. We were seated next to the vintage wine rack at a high top table, with our chairs literally touching the wine rack. We were crammed next to the bar on one side and a low top table behind us. Our chair was back to back with the low top table; the back of a guest in that party was touching the back of our party. Service was extremely slow, due to it being pretty busy. We weren't served for nearly 20 minutes. The whole time servers were reaching over and physically moving us to grab wine off of the racks. I was even asked to hand a bottle to the server at one point. We were right against the computer and the owner kept bumping one party member to get to the computer to enter in pick up orders. It was all very uncomfortable. At one point one of the wine bottles accidentally got knocked off the shelf, because again we were literally crammed next to the rack. When this happened the owner made rude comments to us about the bottle. At first it seemed lighthearted, but after the 5th remark--- we got the picture! At that point we again didn't receive our next tasting for about 20 minutes. Comments were also made about how that was supposed to be a show table... Then don't seat us there? The owner came up to us to tell us we were well over our reservation time and asked which wine we were on. He then grabbed our glass and stuck his nose in it to determine which glass we were on. We were unaware of a time constraint, and would assume that if service was given more promptly we would have been out of their hair. We had to quickly down our glass so he could give us a tiny splash of the last tasting. All in all it was very uncomfortable and disappointing. Things started off fine, but went down hill!

I recently visited Portland again but this time with a wife and kid. Fullerton Wines was one of our stops and let me just say, this place remains fantastic. The first thing that really did it for me was all the heated outdoor seating spaces. As a dad to a kid under the age of 6 months, I live in dread of seeing my kid sick so we take a lot of precautions to protect him and us from COVID. One of those precautions is that we never really go out, which is just a huge bummer. So to be able to seat outdoors but still be warm was a really relieving experience. From that point onwards, the experience only increased in positivity. The wines...remain great. Not sure about the natural wine though. Not a fan but YMMV. The husband and wife owners are really awesome. She was so warm and friendly. She was really enthusiastic about sharing the background of the grapes used to make the wine and that enthusiasm was infectious. All in all, a real splendid experience for me and my family. 5 out of 5 stars

Another update since the installation of the hard covered patio structures. We recently visited on NYE and enjoyed the new environment, the same great service, the same GREAT wines and the expanded food options. Make sure you make a reservation online to ensure your spot at the designated time & enjoy the experience that is Fullerton Wines!

fabulous wine, delicious food and excellent service. a new favorite for us

Fullerton is a wonderful intimate experience for wine tasting within the city. With grapes harvested from all over the Willamette Valley, Fullerton offers a twist on your normal winery visit. The staff is incredibly friendly, shout out Casey in particular. They recently added a new food menu on top of their charcuterie options that is phenomenal. Thoroughly enjoy Fullerton and it has impressed all of my guests.

I randomly showed up at Fullerton Wines on a Sunday afternoon with my dog Charlotte. They had a special anniversary wine flight with some of their older vintage pinots dating back to 2012. They are so amazing and well balanced. Great example of how good pinots can be with a little time in the bottle. They also have a very nice Syrah from the Rock District just south of Walla Walla. Mindy was very inviting and described their wines as if she made them. Their house made focaccia was still warm from just being made and was the best I've ever had. 5.1 of 5 rating.

Came here with a friend and we were so happy with the service, the wine, and the cheese board. Fullerton is in the Pearl District, so very accessible. The place also has comfy couches, and is great for a date or a small group. Our server was the most friendly guy I've ever met, and really made the experience. Will definitely be coming back, and highly recommend coming here!

Such a good date spot! Wine, an AMAZING cheese board and great atmosphere. Outdoor dining and heaters. They have a good menu and their food is bomb. Service from the owner and his waiters are really amazing as well. Well priced for what you get!

I'm so glad I had found this establishment! The wine selection is great! I was looking to join a wine club and haven't found the right one but the staff and the experience sold me on it! They even have a great collection of snack pairings to go along with your wine!

New Year's Eve at the Fullerton Wines tasting room is a slice of heaven. This is a special family. From the moment we walked in we were treated to what felt like an evening in their home. We enjoyed delicious oysters fresh from the sea and the highest quality Willamette Valley wines. We are overwhelmed by the knowledgeable staff, beautiful surroundings, and lovely people.

Such an incredible family and staff! And their outdoor seating is the most comfortable (covered and heated) for this time of year! Can't say enough good things about Fullerton Wines -- especially their Five FACES pinot noir!

Good wines and great service! Went by for a quick tasting on a Friday after work with some friends. The server was very friendly and attentive. He gave a nice description of each wine, the area the grapes were grown in, and the family ties to each bottle which I really appreciate. Makes wine tasting much more fun and interesting :) we tasted two Chardonnays and three Pinot noirs and enjoyed all five! This is a great place to taste some good wines without having to drive out to wine country. Will definitely be back!

This was a great place! My friends and I did a wine wasting here and Eric and his wife Susanne we so welcoming. The location was nice. The wine selection was very good. The meat and cheese platter was amazing! I highly recommend this place for great wine.

Awesome new tasting room! Everyone from Eric to Alex to Jeff to Suzanne are welcoming and will take the time to educate about all of their outstanding Pinot Noir and Chardonnay while making you feel right at home. And if you get lucky you may get to try some of Suzanne's delicious treats. We're lucky to have stumbled on the Fullerton wines family and we'll be back to the tasting room often.