15 Mile Winery

East Gorge • Columbia Gorge

15 Mile Winery

East Gorge • Columbia Gorge

15 Mile Winery

★ 5.0 (29) Google Walk-ins Welcome

Tasting Fee: $10.00 (Waived with club membership or a 2-bottle purchase.)

★ 5.0 (29) Google Walk-ins Welcome

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This family-owned tasting room pours estate-grown wines across bold reds such as Barbera and crisp whites including Gewürztraminer and Pinot Gris. Guests can taste indoors or at outdoor picnic tables and seating in the paved area out front. Private tastings and wine-club membership add options for dedicated visits and repeat guests.

What Makes This Place Special

Bold Reds

Reviews highlight excellent red wines, including bold and fruit-forward styles like Barbera, making it a strong spot for red wine lovers.

Crisp Whites

Offerings include lighter, brighter whites such as Chenin Blanc, appealing to guests who enjoy fresh, crisp white wines.

Estate-Grown

Some wines are specifically noted as estate grown, reflecting a hands-on approach from vineyard to glass and a focus on site-driven character.

Family-Owned

The winery is described as a boutique, family-owned operation making premium wines from locally grown grapes, which gives the tasting experience a personal, homegrown feel.

Good for Groups

Outdoor tastings and reservations are available for groups up to six, and club members can bring several guests for complimentary tastings, making it easy to visit with friends.

Outdoor Seating

Guests can taste wine outside at picnic tables and seating in the paved area out front, which is especially nice on sunny days.

Private Tastings

The tasting room can be rented as a private event space, offering a quiet, reserved setting for special tastings or gatherings.

Tours Offered

Winery tours of the off-site winemaking facility can be scheduled by reaching out directly, adding a behind-the-scenes element to the experience.

Wine Club

A wine club is available, with perks like complimentary tastings for members and their guests, encouraging repeat visits and a more personalized experience.

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Wine Value (20% of overall rating): Score: Not yet rated
Tasting Fee (20% of overall rating): Score: 8.0/10 | Confidence: medium; Analysis: The $10 tasting fee is refundable through club membership or a two-bottle purchase. Expect either club enrollment or commitment to two bottles to avoid paying the fee.
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Hospitality (15% of overall rating): Score: 10.0/10 | Confidence: high; Analysis: Reviews repeatedly praise the owner and staff as friendly, knowledgeable, passionate, welcoming, and attentive, with tastings tailored to visitors and guests treated like regulars.
Vibe (15% of overall rating): Score: 9.0/10 | Confidence: high; Analysis: Visitors consistently describe the tasting room as comfortable, cozy, intimate, relaxed, fun, and welcoming, with a friendly locals-oriented atmosphere that encourages lingering.
Setting (10% of overall rating): Score: 4.0/10 | Confidence: high; Analysis: The property is part of an industrial strip with rows of similar metal or commercial buildings, indicating a purely utilitarian setting. The entrance is modest with minimal improvements, and there is no significant landscaping or decorative elements. These characteristics align with a warehouse or industrial building, justifying a score of 4.
Parking (5% of overall rating): Score: 7.0/10 | Confidence: high; Analysis: The parking lot is shared with other businesses and has a moderate size of 20-25 spaces, which might be adequate but could fill up during peak times. The lot is directly adjacent to the buildings, providing a short walk to the entrance. The straightforward layout and clear visibility from the road contribute to a good parking experience, but the shared nature may lead to competition for spaces.

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Tasting Fee

$10.00

Waived with club membership or a 2-bottle purchase.

Location

623 E 2nd St
The Dalles, OR 97058

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Hours

Sat: 12pm to 7pm
Sun: 12pm to 4pm
Closed Mon to Fri

Contact

Website

(541) 965-1445

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