EVENTS
Wine Club Share
APRIL 2026 | VARIOUS PARTICIPATING WINERIES
This April, J. Christopher & Appassionata club members can visit 6 other neighboring wineries for exclusive benefits. Collect 4 stamps and turn in your card for a chance to be offered a 3-pack of wine from participating wineries at a truly incredible discount (trust us, it’s good!). Pick up a passport at any of the participating wineries to get started.
Participating wineries: Arborbrook, Bellinger Estates, Dion Vineyard, Lichtenwalter Vineyard, Rain Dance, & Tresori.
Waffles & Wine
APRIL 19, 2026 | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm | APPASSIONATA ESTATE
Brunch got a serious upgrade. Join us for one of our most fun events of the season – A Build Your Own Waffle Bar paired with a curated selection of morning wine-based cocktails (Non-alcoholic options available). Come hungry, come thirsty, and come ready to enjoy a beautiful spring morning on the estate.
Spring Wine Club Release Party
MAY 9, 2026 | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm | APPASSIONATA ESTATE
Spring has arrived at J. Christopher, and we’re celebrating with four exceptional wines paired with delicious small bites.
Join us as we unveil our newest releases:
- Cristo Irresisto Sparkling – After an enthusiastic response last year, this crowd favorite returns for a second vintage. Bright, elegant, and utterly irresistible.
- Sol et Soleil Chardonnay – Our signature expression of Oregon Chardonnay continues to shine with another stunning vintage.
- La Colina Pinot Noir – Classic Oregon Pinot Noir that captures the essence of our hillside vineyards.
- Walla Walla Syrah (NEW!) – An exciting first for J. Christopher, we’re venturing beyond the Willamette Valley to bring you this bold, beautiful expression from Washington’s acclaimed Walla Walla region.
Each wine will be paired with a small bites that complement and enhance the tasting experience. This is your opportunity to taste these new releases before anyone else – and to secure your favorites for the season ahead.
MAGIC IN THE MOUNTAINS
MAY 30, 2026 | 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm | THE ALLISON INN & SPA
Discover the allure of the Chehalem Mountains at this annual wine tasting celebration presented by the Chehalem Mountains Winegrowers.
At the gateway to Oregon’s prestigious Willamette Valley wine growing region, just 35 minutes from Portland, you can discover wines produced by 35+ of Oregon’s most highly acclaimed wineries paired with food bites from local purveyors.
Dive into all that the Chehalem Mountains region has to offer. Revisit your tried and true favorites while exploring new vintages, wines, and wineries. It’s a great time to fill your wine totes and plan your summer tasting reservations.
Friday Night Music on the Patio
RETURNING JUNE 2026 | 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm | APPASSIONATA ESTATE
Friday nights are back. Live music, good wine, and long summer evenings on the patio start in June. Full schedule and artist line-up coming soon.
Come sip, stay awhile, repeat.