Dina Avila/Eater Portland Drink pretty Oregon pinot, stunning skin-contact wines, and super rare vintage bottles at these wine bars around town Sitting at the intersection of the Willamette Valley and the Columbia River Gorge, Portland is a prime spot for wine lovers. While local oenophiles need no excuse to head out of town to go tasting at elegant wineries with expansive views of manicured vineyards and Mount Hood, there are ample in-town options where Portlanders can slake their thirst for everything from familiar glasses of Oregon pinot to funky Old World oranges. Even though the pandemic led to wine bar pivots and closures, many spots endured through the lockdown years and have been joined by a fresh crop of bars that breathed new life into Portland’s wine scene. Today, there are plenty of places to imbibe everything from trendy natural wines to legendary Old World vintages alongside tinned fish, next-level small plates, or full, wine-centric meals. For more beverages, check out our essential or new bar maps.