Sustainable Practices

 

Here at Yamhill Valley Vineyards, we value the health of our ecosystem and Earth.  We are water protectors, we understand and respect our waterways, we amend and develop our farming practices to be in alignment with our greater mission of being on the right side of history when it comes to environmental sustainability.  We are grateful to have planted our vineyard back in 1983, this means that our vines are well established and makes them more resilient in adapting and thriving in the myriad of weather conditions we experience. 

We do not carry certifications, but in many cases our practices exceed that of certified organic, Salmon Safe, and LIVE.  We abhor systemic herbicides that can ravage soils of their biodiversity, pollute water ways, and contribute to broken and unhealthy food systems.  We understand that a healthy soil is one that is alive, teeming with activity and biodiversity that acts to galvanize and protect the immune systems and overall health of our vines.

Socially we converse with and educate our customers about these issues, as well as the ways that climate change is affecting our opportunities and future.  We love to start the conversation and spread the good word of actionable hope for our future generations. Since 2019 we have been partnering with Willamette Riverkeeper to do our part in raising funds and awareness to support excellent water quality, and an abundant natural habitat surrounding our beloved Willamette River.

Economically we vote with our dollars by selecting packaging that is locally produced.  This choice effectively reduced CO2 emissions due to proximity, but also reduced the emissions associated with distributing our product because of the line of glass that we bottle into, called Eco-Glass™.  Eco-Glass™ is an innovative, lightweight wine bottle that was designed with one thing in mind: sustaining our environment. It is made with 25% less glass than your average wine bottle and because it weighs significantly less, it also requires much less fuel to transport and produces less carbon dioxide. 

Join us by voting with your dollars while at the same time enjoying beautifully grown and made wines that you can feel good about.  Let’s raise a glass to redefining economic sustainability to include the truest form of it - ecological sustainability. 

Cheers!

Upcoming Events

Guided Vineyard Hike

Jun 12, 2025 - Jun 28, 2025

Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 10am and 1pm. We believe that winemaking starts in the vineyard. For this experience we invite you to explore the abundant landscape of our growing vineyard like never ... read  more

Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 10am and 1pm. We believe that winemaking starts in the vineyard. For this experience we invite you to explore the abundant landscape of our growing vineyard like never before. Step between the rows, hike the rolling hills, get to know the history, viticulture, and geology, pausing along the way to taste the wines made from each block we visit. During this guided ...

Sunday Funday

Jun 15, 2025 - Sep 28, 2025

Sunday Funday is here - swing by and sip for a while! When the sun’s out, so are we! Whether you’re headed home from the coast, wrapping up your weekend adventures, or looking for ... read  more

Sunday Funday is here - swing by and sip for a while! When the sun’s out, so are we! Whether you’re headed home from the coast, wrapping up your weekend adventures, or looking for a Sunday activity, make your stop at YVV.  Join us for Sunday Funday, a relaxed way to enjoy wine, the outdoors, and each other. Here’s what’s pouring: - In the Tasting Room: Special ...

Father's Day Vineyard Hike

Jun 15, 2025

Summer is just beginning and Father’s Day is the perfect excuse to get outside! Join us for a guided vineyard hike where we’ll explore the budding vines, take in sweeping views of the ... read  more

Summer is just beginning and Father’s Day is the perfect excuse to get outside! Join us for a guided vineyard hike where we’ll explore the budding vines, take in sweeping views of the valley, and enjoy the sights, sounds, and scents of the season. Along the way, you’ll taste wines crafted from the very blocks we walk through—a true vine-to-glass experience. This experience ...

Summer Wine Club Party

Jun 22, 2025

Calling All Wine Club Members! Join us for our Summer Wine Club Pick Up Party to taste our latest releases and pick up your allotment. Enjoy the dappled sunlight of the back deck as you snack on charcuterie, ... read  more

Calling All Wine Club Members! Join us for our Summer Wine Club Pick Up Party to taste our latest releases and pick up your allotment. Enjoy the dappled sunlight of the back deck as you snack on charcuterie, mix and mingle with your fellow club members and YVV staff. Plus, the talented Will Bradley will be back for everyone's enjoyment! This event is complimentary for Wine Club Members and a ...

School's Out For Teachers

Jun 28, 2025

Teachers, you’ve made it through another year—now it’s your turn to relax. Start your summer break with a well-deserved visit to Yamhill Valley Vineyards. Whether you spent the ... read  more

Teachers, you’ve made it through another year—now it’s your turn to relax. Start your summer break with a well-deserved visit to Yamhill Valley Vineyards. Whether you spent the year wrangling kindergartners or prepping teens for finals, we’re raising a glass to you. Join us for: Wine-by-the-glass specials Charcuterie discounts Exclusive bottle offers for teachers: ...
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