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.
Fashion Five Runway Week
MAY 1-2, 2026 | 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm | ROSSI FARMS
Two nights, one runway, and a whole lot of energy. Fashion Five Runway Week takes over Rossi Farms this May with a bold mix of designers, live performances, and a crowd that knows how to show up. Set agains the rustic backdrop of the farm, the experience blends high fashion with a distinctly Northwest edge.
Enjoy the show and a glass of your favorite Appassionata / J. Christopher pour.
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 – Tiffany Bird
JUNE 26 | 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm | APPASSIONATA ESTATE
Tiffany’s “Country Soul” vibe blends twang with swagger, turning heads and winning hearts from Portland to L.A. Raised on music and now collaborating with Grammy-winning producers, she’s carving her own lane – and it sounds real good.
Come sip, stay awhile, repeat.
Syndicate Block Party
JUNE 27 | 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm | SYNDICATE WINE BAR – BEAVERTON, OR
Wine, music, food, and a crowd that shows up ready to have a good time. Head to Syndicate Wine Bar for their annual Block Party – featuring multiple wineries, live music, and plenty of pours to keep the good vibes flowing.
12620 SW First Street, Beaverton, OR 97005
Yoga + Wine with Now Yoga of Portland
SUNDAY, JUNE 28 | 9:30 am – 11:00 am | APPASSIONATA ESTATE
Join us for a morning of yoga, wine, and easygoing indulgence at Appassionata Estate. Roll out your mat overlooking the vines, move through a guided outdoor practice, and settle into a relaxed, feel-good experience designed to leave you refreshed and recharged.
After class, stay awhile for a one-time-only curated tasting featuring seasonal selections of whites, rosés and reds (non-alcoholic options available), thoughtfully paired with small charcuterie plates.
Friday Night Music on the Patio – Wil Kinky
JULY 3 | 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm | APPASSIONATA ESTATE
Born and raised outside Portland on a blueberry farm, hard work has always been part of his life and Wil Kinky brings that same work ethic to the stage. He has dedicated more than half of his life to playing music, with a love and passion you can feel and see. With his unique mix of Blues, Soul, and Rock N’ Roll, along with a honed looping prowess, and a swaggy Rockabilly style, Wil brings the fun to any party.
Come sip, stay awhile, repeat.
Friday Night Music on the Patio – Rob Rainwater
JULY 10 | 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm | APPASSIONATA ESTATE
With roots in the Pacific Northwest, Rob Rainwater delivers soul-stirring Americana and iconic covers that hit you right in the feels. Think Paul Simon meets Phoebe Bridgers – his lyrics are honest, wistful, and impossible to forget.
Come sip, stay awhile, repeat.
Friday Night Music on the Patio – David Elan
JULY 17 | 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm | APPASSIONATA ESTATE
From Bach to The Beatles – and a little beatbox in between – David Elan brings a full band’s worth of sound as a one-man musical force. Armed with a loop station and a wild array of instruments, his genre-hopping shows are as smart as they are seriously fun.
Come sip, stay awhile, repeat.
30th Anniversary Party
JULY 18 | TIME TBD | APPASSIONATA ESTATE
We’re turning 30 – and we’re doing it right.
Join us this July for a laid-back, high-energy celebration of three decades of J. Christopher. Expect flowing wine, crave-worthy bites from local purveyors, live music that keeps the vibe going, and a crowd that knows how to have a good time.
No speeches. No stuffiness. Just great wine, great food, and a whole lot of reasons to stay a little longer than you planned.
Friday Night Music on the Patio – Steve Hale
JULY 31 | 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm | APPASSIONATA ESTATE
With a silky voice and a soul-soaked sound, Steve Hale blends Americana, pop, and blue-eyed soul in the spirit of legends like Sam Cooke and Bill Withers. A longtime Northwest favorite, his sets mix heartfelt originals with inventive twists on familiar favorites – always rich, glowing, and deeply melodic.
Come sip, stay awhile, repeat.
Friday Night Music on the Patio – Ben Finley
AUGUST 7 | 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm | APPASSIONATA ESTATE
Ben Finley is a boundary-pushing performer and composer whose sound blends acoustic and electric bass with layered vocals, improvisation, and atmospheric textures. Rooted in collaboration and inspired by the natural world, his music is immersive, genre-fluid, and designed to pull listeners into the moment.
Come sip, stay awhile, repeat.
Willamette Valley Chamber Music Festival – Night 1
AUGUST 8 | Music Begins at 5:00pm | APPASSIONATA ESTATE BARREL CAVES
Returning for its 11th season, the Willamette Valley Chamber Music Festival offers a distinctive intersection of music and wine at Appassionata Estate. Each program is carefully paired with our wines, enhancing both the musical performance and the tasting experience. Thoughtful, nuanced, and memorable, it’s an evening that reflects the same balance and intention found in the wines themselves.
Ticketing information and after-party dinner details to come.
Willamette Valley Chamber Music Festival – Night 2
AUGUST 9 | Music Begins at 5:00pm | APPASSIONATA ESTATE BARREL CAVES
Returning again for its 11th season, join us for night 2 of the Willamette Valley Chamber Music Festival.
Ticketing information and after-party dinner details to come.