Discover Sherwood, OR: Local Flavor and Scenic Trails

• What is Ponzi Vineyards?
  • Ponzi Vineyards is a family-owned and operated winery that has been producing award-winning wines for over 25 years.
• When was Ponzi Vineyards established?
  • Established in 1970 by Dick and Nancy Ponzi, the estate boasts 130 acres of LIVE Certified Sustainable vineyards that grow a range of varietals with a special focus on American Pinot noir.
• What makes Ponzi Vineyards special?
  • The winery has become one of Oregon’s legendary producers and features a stylish wine tasting room with a comfortable lounge and fireplace, a covered terrace with panoramic views over the estate and bocce ball courts.
• What experiences are available at Ponzi Vineyards?
  • Visitors can enjoy private tours of the state-of-the-art winery and sample some of the estate’s top wines.

Ponzi Vineyards, 19500 SW Mountain Home Rd, Sherwood, OR 97140, Phone: 503-628-1227

• What is Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge?
  • The Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge is a 1,856-acre sanctuary boasting a diverse range of habitats that are home to an abundant array of fauna and flora.
• Where is Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge located?
  • Situated on the floodplain of the Tualatin River, just ten miles from Portland, the refuge is home to a myriad of birds and wildlife, including over 200 species of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and plenty of insects, fish, and plants.
• What trails are available at the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge?
  • A year-round 3.1-mile nature trail winds around the refuge with interpretive signage along the way and several seasonal trails are open between May and September.
• What amenities are available at the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge?
  • Other amenities in the refuge include an interpretive center, wildlife overlooks, a photography blind, and a nature store.

Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge , 19255 SW Pacific Hwy, Sherwood, OR 97140, Phone: 503-625-5944

• What is the Magness Memorial Tree Farm?
  • The Magness Memorial Tree Farm is an 80-acre privately-owned property operated by the World Forestry Center that is home to well-maintained woodlands, meadows, streams, and forests, several miles of well-marked hiking trails, and sheltered picnic areas for the public to enjoy.
• When was the Magness Memorial Tree Farm established and why?
  • The farm was established in 1977 as a demonstration site to showcase forest management and silviculture to local woodland owners after the land was donated by residents, and has since been maintained through grants, donations, and gifts.
• When is the Magness Memorial Tree Farm open to the public?
  • Access to the site is limited and the Magness Memorial Tree Farm is open on Sundays.

Magness Memorial Tree Farm, 31195 SW Ladd Hill Rd, Sherwood, OR 97140, Phone: 503-228-1367

For Wine Tasting

• What is Blakeslee Vineyard Estate?
  • Blakeslee Vineyard Estate is a family-run winery that produces an award-winning array of wines, including estate-grown Pinot Noir, White Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Rosè of Pinot Noir.
• What was Blakeslee Vineyard Estate originally known as?
  • Formerly known as Quail Hill Vineyard, the estate produced Christmas trees and filberts in the 70s and 80s before being converted into a vineyard for Pinot Noir in the late 1990s.
• How has Blakeslee Vineyard Estate developed over time?
  • Since then, the estate has grown into one of the leading wineries in the region, producing elegant, award-winning wines from their estate vineyard grapes.
• What can visitors expect when they visit Blakeslee Vineyard Estate?
  • The estate has a contemporary tasting room offering a full line-up of wines to sample and has manicured grassy areas for picnicking against a backdrop of spectacular scenic panoramas.

Blakeslee Vineyard Estate, 20875 SW Chapman Rd, Sherwood, OR 97140, Phone: 503-625-6902

• What is Alloro Vineyard?
  • Alloro Vineyard is a 34-acre family-owned winery in the world-renowned wine-growing region in the Chehalem Mountains AVA.
• When was Alloro Vineyard planted and what types of wines does it produce?
  • Originally planted in 1999, the LIVE Certified Sustainable wine estate produces varietals such as Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Riesling, and Muscat.
• What wine experiences does Alloro Vineyard offer?
  • The vineyard offers guided cellar tastings led by wine and hospitality professionals. Tastings include a line-up of wines that focus on local varietals and limited production Estate wines, as well as sharing platters of cheeses, charcuterie, and handmade accompaniments.
• What partnerships does Alloro Vineyard have?
  • Alloro Vineyard partners with Pacific Coast Fruit and offers a hand-picked selection of fresh fruit and vegetables paired with Alloro wines.

Alloro Vineyard , 22075 SW Lebeau Rd, Sherwood, OR 97140, Phone: 503-625-1978

• What is Rallison Cellars?
  • Rallison Cellars is a boutique winery with a tasting room in charming downtown Sherwood that produces a diverse selection of wines from several different vineyards in the Applegate Valley, Columbia Valley, and the Willamette Valley.
• Who owns and manages Rallison Cellars?
  • Owned and managed by winemaker Jared Rallison, Rallison Cellars began producing wine at his residential property on Parrett Mountain, including varietals such as Albariño, Sauvignon Blanc, Malbec, Tempranillo, Viognier, and Zinfandel.
• How much wine does Rallison Cellars produce?
  • Rallison Cellars produces around 2,000 cases per year and can be sampled and bought in the modern tasting room just a few miles away in the heart of Sherwood.
• When is the tasting room open?
  • The public tasting room is open for tastings by appointment only.

Rallison Cellars , 16079 SW Railroad St, Sherwood, OR 97140, Phone: 503-347-9173

• What is Et Fille Wines?
  • Located in the Willamette Valley, Et Fille Wines is a small estate vineyard that produces small batches of handcrafted wines at a shared Dundee winery.
• Where does Et Fille Wines source its grapes?
  • The winery also produces wines from six other sustainably farmed vineyards in the valley across a range of varietals, including Pinot Noir, Viognier, and Rosé.
• What wine-tasting experiences are available at Et Fille Wines?
  • The estate offers current release tastings featuring five to six of the estate’s current wines, and tailored tastings that offer wine-lovers samplings of single vineyard releases and limited release vintages.

Et Fille Wines , 718 E 1st St, Newberg, OR 97132, Phone: 503-538-2900

Restaurants

• What is Mod Pizza?
  • Located in the Parkway Village at Sherwood, Mod Pizza is a casual counter-serve pizza chain that serves artisan-style and build-your-own wood-fired pizzas and fresh salads in an industrial-chic setting.
• What makes Mod Pizza unique?
  • The family-friendly pizzeria allows guests to build their pizzas with a choice of over 30 toppings ranging from all kinds of meats and seafood to different cheeses, vegetables, and imported ingredients like buffalo mozzarella and prosciutto.
• What other menu items are available at Mod Pizza?
  • Pizzas are accompanied by a range of freshly prepared salads made with locally sourced ingredients, and a selection of draft beers and casual wines, handspun milkshakes, and fountain sodas.

Mod Pizza, 21370 SW Langer Farms Pkwy Suite 132, Sherwood, OR 97140, Phone: 503-862-5221

• What is Clancy's?
  • Clancy's is a casual, easy-going traditional Irish tavern with exposed brick walls and a warm and welcoming atmosphere that serves contemporary cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• What types of dishes are served at Clancy's?
  • The restaurant serves creative dishes made from scratch with locally sourced ingredients, such as clam chowder, pan-fried oysters, hand-cut filet mignon, specialty burgers, halibut fish tacos, and hearty Irish stew.
• What beverages are available at Clancy's?
  • A full-service bar offers a broad selection of libations from craft and draft beer and casual wines to classic cocktails and imported spirits.
• What entertainment does Clancy's offer?
  • Trivia nights are held every Tuesday night.

Clancy's, 16066 SW 1st St, Sherwood, OR 97140, Phone: 503-625-6711