Dundee Hills is a raised landmass within Willamette Valley, southwest of Portland.
Dundee Hills rises above the surrounding valley floors and is sheltered by nearby ranges. It receives less cooling from the ocean and Columbia Gorge than many other parts of Willamette Valley. Red volcanic Jory soils, formed from basalt, are a defining feature. The documented grape mix includes Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc. Its hills, soils and relative shelter make this a specific origin within the larger Willamette Valley appellation.
Regional facts reviewed 12 September 2026. The planting examples below are documented varieties, not an acreage ranking or a complete vineyard census.
Grapes planted here.
Classifications.
- American Viticultural Area (AVA)
Sources and local evidence.
- Dundee Hills (Oregon Wine Board).
- Established American Viticultural Areas (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau).
More from here: every wine region in USA, or the wider Willamette Valley guide.
