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by | Mar 19, 2021 | Events

March 19, 2021

Saturday marks the first day of spring and we’re celebrating with music of the Celtic variety this Saturday.   As the season of renewal begins, we would also like to know your opinion on what we’re doing right (or wrong) and how we can improve our offerings during the upcoming season.  

This Saturday afternoon, March 20th from 5:00 until 7:00, we plan to welcome Spring  with Celtic music performed by Elias Alexander.  Elias led us in song last Sunday for our annual St. Patrick’s Day luncheon and kept us in tune with his fiddle and bagpipes.  This Saturday, we have asked Elias to set the tone for Vintage 2021 with the most favored instruments of Ireland and Scotland for a couple of happy hours, inspired by the prospect of new growth and warmer days. 

Spring is not only the beginning of the growing season, it is a time for Helvetia Winery to begin our season of welcoming guests to our wines and our venue with new releases, unique events, and outdoor activities.  We want and need to hear your views so we can include them in our plans for 2021 and beyond.  The survey below is anonymous and takes between 5 and 10 minutes to complete.

Along with budbreak in late April, you can expect the release of our 2020 rosés of pinot noir, sangiovese, and merlot. Stop by for your own break.  In March, we are open daily from noon to 5pm and in April, we plan to extend our closing time to 6pm. As noted below, we are also offering tours of the winery with a tasting, Wednesday through Sunday.

Thank you,


John Platt
Owner/Manager
Helvetia Winery LLC

Infographic featuring image of Helvetia Winery glass with wine up against a tree with text box "Helvetia Winery Tour Learn about the soils and history of our wine"

Helvetia Holiday Sales

by | Nov 23, 2018 | Events

For the Winter Holidays

Visit the Jakob Yungen House for fine local wine and wine gifts

2012 Pinot Noir

Our last La Niña vintage presents soft tannins with aromas of blackberry and currant as well as rich cherry.  Pairs wonderfully with chocolate, smoked salmon, or red meats. On sale, 20% off, Thanksgiving weekend, Friday through Sunday.  $20

Our Wines

Reserves for the holidays?

Aged in French oak for 22 months, these pinots celebrate the warm days and cool nights of 2014, 2015, and 2016.  A flight of fancies from our estate vineyard located in the foothills of the Tualatin Mountains. Take a break from the malls and visit our great outdoors.  Purchase at the Jakob Yungen House this Friday through Sunday.  During the Thanksgiving Day weekend, save $10 on the wines with either free shipping in Oregon or a special gift box. Only $98  

Tours & Tastings

Fight cabin fever.  Protect your visiting relatives and friends. Take the tour.  Learn the ups and downs of terroir, tour the winery and taste the wines that the land and climate created (with a little help from humankind).  Our tours received high marks during the last six years as both highly informative, interesting, and tasty. Check out the reviews. 
Make a day of it for you and a group of up to six.  

For more information or reservations

Bastille Day – Celebrating French Independence – 2018-07-14T17:00:00

by | Jun 19, 2018 | Events

Celebrate Bastille Day at Helvetia Winery with French Food, French Music & French Fun


At French events during the summer, “Petanque”  (also known as Bocce ball) is the recipe for friendly fun. The game can be played with 8 players at a time (4 players in each team).  Play starts at 5:00 accompanied by French music until dinner is served at 7:00.  A Petanque contest will be organized from 6:00 until 7:00 pm and the winning team will receive a free tour of the winery and a tasting for four people.



Dinner will be served at 7:00 pm. The Menu includes a 5-course meal cooked by 2 French chefs, Jean Broquere & Sebastien Guarderas, and includes 3 estate wines chosen to complement the menu.



  

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bastille-day-celebrating-french-independence-tickets-47182536236

An Evening in Espa̱a Р2018-06-16T18:00:00

by | May 31, 2018 | Events

Helvetia Winery and Jimmy Carrasquer join for the second time to create a winemaker dinner . . .


                                             An Evening in España




Jimmy's paella




Paella, the signature dish of Spain, has been a tradition in Jimmy’s family for generations. Family gatherings have long centered around making and eating paella. Jimmy first made paella nearly twenty years ago. He learned the technique from his Tia and Tío at their humble cottage in the Valencian countryside. He started preparing paella at home for a few guests and was soon catering friend’s parties just for fun. Before long he put his high-tech career on hold to make paella full-time. And thus, PDX Paella was born!


“I just have to tell you that the Paella you made us was FABULOUS! You were so much fun to watch and the Paella was absolutely delicious. I will definitely recommend you to all of my friends and coworkers!! “Muchas Gracias” Yelp Review – Ethan


On Saturday June 16th at 6pm, we invite you to join us for a special paella winemaker dinner. Dinner includes Paella, side salad and bread. Seating will be under the beautiful summer sky and wine will be available for purchase.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-in-espana-tickets-46624770945

An Evening in Espa̱a Р2018-06-16T18:00:00

by | May 31, 2018 | Events

Helvetia Winery and Jimmy Carrasquer join for the second time to create a winemaker dinner . . .


                                             An Evening in España




Jimmy's paella




Paella, the signature dish of Spain, has been a tradition in Jimmy’s family for generations. Family gatherings have long centered around making and eating paella. Jimmy first made paella nearly twenty years ago. He learned the technique from his Tia and Tío at their humble cottage in the Valencian countryside. He started preparing paella at home for a few guests and was soon catering friend’s parties just for fun. Before long he put his high-tech career on hold to make paella full-time. And thus, PDX Paella was born!


“I just have to tell you that the Paella you made us was FABULOUS! You were so much fun to watch and the Paella was absolutely delicious. I will definitely recommend you to all of my friends and coworkers!! “Muchas Gracias” Yelp Review – Ethan


On Saturday June 16th at 6pm, we invite you to join us for a special paella winemaker dinner. Dinner includes Paella, side salad and bread. Seating will be under the beautiful summer sky and wine will be available for purchase.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-in-espana-tickets-46624770945

Burning the Böög

by | May 23, 2018 | Events | 1 comment

Each year, the good citizens of Zurich mark the end of winter and the coming of spring by burning a snowman effigy in the town square.  On Sunday, April 8, the Portland Swiss Association will host the Helvetia version on the Jakob Yungen House grounds with Swiss music and lots of visits among the good neighbors of Die Schweizer Kolonie Helvetia.  Pull out your lederhosen und trachten and mark your calendars.