PORTLAND, OREGON · BACKCOUNTRY WINE BAR
Thoughtfully selected wines from Oregon and Washington, with Willamette Valley Pinot Noir at the heart of it all — served in a warm, welcoming space in Portland's Central Eastside.
A Space with Character
Brick, art, music, and a wall of bottles inside the historic Ford Building.
Inside the Tasting Room
Backcountry Wine is built around great wines from the Pacific Northwest, with a focus on Willamette Valley Pinot Noir and small producers across Oregon and Washington. The list changes often, with rotating pours, curated flights, and bottles you may not come across anywhere else.
The atmosphere stays relaxed and welcoming — the kind of place where people linger over another glass, discover something new, and settle into the evening.
Friday Night Flights
Every Friday, the team puts together a themed tasting flight focused on a winery, region, or style from the Pacific Northwest. Local DJs spin vinyl throughout the evening, giving the room an easygoing neighborhood feel built around good music, conversation, and wine.
March Madness
From January through March, 64 of Oregon's most iconic Willamette Pinot Noirs go head-to-head in blind tasting flights — guests taste 16 wines in 8 pairs each Friday night and vote the winners through to the final round.
Learn moreThe Menu
Pacific Northwest, thoughtfully poured.
Flights $30 · Glass $12–$25 · Bottles market · Beer + Cider $9
The Region
Willamette Valley, Oregon
The Pacific Northwest has become one of the most respected wine regions in the United States, shaped by a rare combination of cool-climate geography, volcanic soils, and a culture of small, independent winemaking.
In Oregon, the Willamette Valley is internationally recognized for Pinot Noir that emphasizes elegance, balance, and expressive terroir over power. In Washington, diverse growing regions produce wines ranging from structured Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah to bright, mineral-driven whites, all benefiting from long summer daylight and dramatic diurnal temperature shifts.
Together, Oregon and Washington have built a reputation for thoughtful, site-driven wines that consistently earn critical acclaim and attention from leading sommeliers and wine programs around the world. Rather than mass production, the region is defined by craftsmanship — growers and winemakers closely connected to the land, often working in small lots with a focus on purity and precision.
The result is a wine culture that feels both grounded and exploratory: expressive enough for enthusiasts, yet approachable enough for discovery.
Beyond the Tasting Room
Book private events, join the club, shop online, or tour the Willamette Valley with Backcountry.
About Backcountry Wine
Backcountry Wine began with a deep love for the wines of the Pacific Northwest, centered on the world-class Pinot Noirs and small producers of the Willamette Valley.
Jack created the space as a way to share those wines in a setting that feels warm, relaxed, and welcoming. A place where people can discover thoughtful winemakers, hidden gems, and bottles that rarely make it onto larger retail shelves.
Over the years, he's built close relationships with producers across Oregon and Washington, curating a collection centered around craftsmanship, character, and a strong sense of place.
Today, that same spirit shapes everything at Backcountry Wine: authentic curiosity, great music, creative energy, and wines meant to be shared around the table.
Jack Cranley
OUR SERVICE MISSION
We'd love to pour you a glass.
Regular Hours
Hours can shift week to week for private events.
Please check the event calendar below to confirm we're open the day you're planning to visit.
Hours · This Week
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Open
12pm–6pm
Wednesday
Open
12pm–6pm
Thursday
Open
12pm–6pm
Friday
Open
12pm–9pm
Saturday
Open
12pm–9pm
Sunday
Open
12pm–6pm
Get in touch
Important Notes
Entrance on Division between 10th & 11th
(not the Ford Building front entrance).
Lots of free street parking nearby,
Additional paid lots within 1-3 blocks if needed.
Backcountry Wine
