ANKENY VINEYARD
Tucked into the southern slopes of the Salem Hills overlooking the Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge in the Willamette Valley, estate-grown grapes planted in 1982 bear fruit that is hand harvested and made into award-winning wines by Drew Voit. Ankeny Vineyard primarily grows Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris grapes with micro plantings of Chardonnay, Muscat, and Gewürztraminer on the 50-acre estate. Visit and pair estate-grown wines with wood-fired pizzas, belly laughs, and stunning sunsets over the Coast Range from the patio deck.
Amenities
- Accessible
- Pet Friendly
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