expand your knowledge

We only pour wines from the vineyards in the area around Salem in our educational sessions!

The Willamette Valley has 11 smaller growing areas nested within the larger valley. The newest nested AVA is the Van Duzer Corridor which was established in 2019.

The first vineyards were planted in the mid 1960s.

Oregon Wine History Archive at Linfield University

This area has unique soils that differentiate it from the vineyards in other parts of the Willamette Valley.

American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) are created as geographical growing areas based on the characteristics in a region.

Stop by Studio Vino to learn more about the geography, vineyards, and wines from right around Salem.

Upcoming events

  • Drop-in Classes!

    To be (re)announced!

    We are moving!

    We’ll let you know when you can stop by for tastes of local wines and impromptu educational conversations about the wine area around Salem, Oregon. $20/mini lesson. Donations appreciated!

  • Wine for Everyone - FREE!

    TBA 4:00-5:00PM

    Come join us for a free class about the basics of wine and wine tasting. Capacity is limited for this event, so please RSVP (when available) below.

    RSVP

  • An Evening with a Wine Expert

    October TBA 6:00-8:00PM

    Featured winery speaker will engage the participants in a journey through a central Willamette Valley vineyard experience with topics changing seasonally.

    Cost: $45/person, reservations required (when available)

    RSVP

Tastings and classes

Stop by Studio Vino Wine Hub in The Holman Hotel (downtown Salem) during drop-in hours for impromptu lessons using local wines to learn about the grape varieties and history of the Willamette Valley AVA. Reservations not needed.

For wine classes and private bookings, please contact Studio Vino.

Check above for upcoming events and winery speakers.