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There are 80+ grape varieties in Oregon. Only one is Pinot Noir. What about the rest?
Alt Wine Fest brings you the flip side of Oregon wine—pioneering winemakers who relish the diversity of the 80+ grapes found here, producing original wines that make Oregon one of the most exciting wine regions in the country.
In our fifth year (2025), we’re spinning things a little different…
Alt Wine Fest—with its 30+ winemakers, over 100 wines, and dozens and dozens of grape varieties all under one roof—will be taking the summer off (mostly) to really put our planning hats on and map out some groundbreaking events for this coming winter and summer 2026.
Rest assured, a few things are not changing:
There will be no Pinot Noir in sight. Instead, you’ll get to explore a kaleidoscope of Oregon’s other 80+ grape varieties from beloved classics (Gamay and Chardonnay) to eclectic and elusive gems (Garanoir and Huxelrebe).
And no matter what happens you’ll always get to schmooze with boundary-defying winemakers, indulge in low-key party vibes, and immerse yourself in a truly alternative wine experience you won’t find anywhere else.
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“The diversity of wine and humans. What a treat!”
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“Just never been to an event like it!”
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“Love the low-key vibe.”
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“The incredible diversity of wines and winemakers.”
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“The non-pretentious vibe is the best!”
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“The diversity of wine and humans. What a treat!” 🤘 “Just never been to an event like it!” 🤘 “Love the low-key vibe.” 🤘 “The incredible diversity of wines and winemakers.” 🤘 “The non-pretentious vibe is the best!” 🤘
“So many unique wines to try!”
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“So much good wine! And without the snobbery.”
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“Party vibe.”
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“All the fantastic varieties Oregon has to offer.”
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“I discovered so many niche styles I hadn’t tried before.”
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“So many unique wines to try!” 🤘 “So much good wine! And without the snobbery.” 🤘 “Party vibe.” 🤘 “All the fantastic varieties Oregon has to offer.” 🤘 “I discovered so many niche styles I hadn’t tried before.” 🤘
THE RAD FOLKS WHO WILL BE POURING AT ALT WINE FEST 2024
Abundancia / Approachment / Augustina Cellars / Beckham Estate / Björnson / Brooks Wine / Circadian Cellars / Day Wines / Division Winemaking Co. / Fossil & Fawn / GC Wines / Goldback Wines / Golden Cluster / Horse Devours / Illahe / Johan Vineyards / Lafayette & White / Lagniappe Wines / Landmass Wines / Limited Addition / Liska Wine Co. / Little Bastions / Mendivia / Monument / Ovum / Parra Wine Co. / Ricochet / Ruby Winery / Teutonic Wine Company / Troon Vineyard / Twelve 32 / Varnum Vintners / Vorel Wines / Vitae Springs
A special thanks to our sponsors and partners…
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NO PINOT
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PIONEERING WINEMAKERS
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LOW-KEY VIBES 🤘 DISCOVER OFFBEAT WINES 🤘 NO PINOT 🤘 PIONEERING WINEMAKERS 🤘
What makes Alt Wine Fest different?
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Over fifty different varieties all under one roof.
There are over 80+ grape varieties grown in Oregon. Each year Alt Wine Fest averages 50-60 different of those varieties under one roof — a selection you won’t find anywhere else. While you’ll find familiar Oregon-style favorites such as Sauvignon Blanc, Tempranillo, and Gamay, you’ll also discover super-rare varieties like Garanoir, Ehrenfelsner, Kerner, and Sagrantino. Each year there are new surprises.
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We focus on small-production winemakers and those who have paved alternative paths.
You’ll find a mix of established wineries who have long championed Oregon’s alt wines alongside newer producers. Much of the alt-wine wine scene happens on the fringes, so many of our winemakers are small-production, perhaps even micro-wineries who don’t have tasting rooms. There are probably some you’ve never heard of. And they are super excited to share their wines with you!
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Wines you’ll have a hard time finding IRL.
Lots of these small-production wineries don’t have tasting rooms, and even those that do might not be pulling out their super-limited Garanoir for you to taste on the daily. In fact, winemakers will often put aside their few cases of of something special or rare just for Alt Wine Fest—so you really will only find those wines here.
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Connect with the winemakers pouring their wines.
You won’t get salesy scripts or cold technical jargon from distant winery representatives. Instead, the passionate people behind the wines will be pouring and are excited to share their stories with you! They always tell us you are their favorite crowd to pour for—no joke.
(Get tickets to VIP hour for more one-on-one time with winemakers.)
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No stuffiness or schmoozy vibes.
We believe you can geek out on wine and not take yourself too seriously. We keep our vibe casual and fun, distinctly anti-pretentious, and even a bit irreverent. The welcoming and friendly attitude of the Alt Wine Fest community contrasts with the stereotypical snobbiness of many wine events. It’s great for both wine enthusiasts and noobs alike.
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No obnoxious crowds (so you won’t be packed in like sardines).
We limit ticket sales, so though lively and energetic, you can still have a comfortable experience with time to sample the wines, talk to the winemakers, and enjoy the Alt Wine Fest experience at your leisure.