Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileDAnu Tasting Room & Wine Bar Hillsboro
Hillsboro, OR · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
DAnu Tasting Room & Wine Bar is a wine-first operation showcasing the full DAnu portfolio, with a $30 six-pour tasting flight and seasonal mulled wines. Local beers and ciders round out the taps. The wine club offers tiered discounts, and guests consistently praise the selection and the delightful tasting experience.
- What should I order?
- Start with the $30 tasting flight of any six DAnu wines, which can be discounted with a glass or bottle purchase. In cooler months, the red or white mulled wines—built on Oregon Pinot Noir or Pinot Gris—are the seasonal draw.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Wine enthusiasts looking to explore a Pacific Northwest producer's full range will find the flight and club tiers appealing. The cozy setting and local tap list also suit casual drinkers, though the program is clearly wine-centric.
- When should I go?
- Seasonal mulled wines appear during colder months and at holiday markets.
- What should I expect to spend?
- A six-wine tasting flight is $30, with a 50% discount on the flight when you purchase a glass or bottle. Happy hour tap beers are $6. Wine club members get 10–20% off bottles depending on tier.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The tasting room pours only DAnu's own wines, sourced from sustainably farmed Pacific Northwest grapes and made by owner Joe Williams. The tiered wine club—ORLA, MAEVE, BORU—rewards commitment with increasing discounts, and the seasonal mulled wines add a craft twist.
Beverage categories
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Wine
A focused, well-executed wine program featuring the full DAnu portfolio, a value-driven tasting flight, seasonal mulled wines, and a tiered wine club. Customer reviews consistently praise the wine selection and quality.
Menu strengths
- — The tasting flight offers a comprehensive look at the producer's range for a reasonable $30.
- — Seasonal mulled wines, made with Oregon Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris, add a distinctive cold-weather option.
- — Wine club tiers (ORLA, MAEVE, BORU) provide escalating discounts and encourage regular engagement.
Standout selections
- — Tasting Flight: any six DAnu wines for $30
- — Red Mulled Wine: Oregon Pinot Noir with apple cider, spices, citrus, and dried fruits
- — White Mulled Wine: Oregon Pinot Gris with pear juice, apple cider, citrus, ginger, and spices
Pricing: Tasting flight of any 6 DAnu wines for $30; 50% off flight with purchase of any glass or bottle; complimentary with $50+ bottled wine purchase.
Beer
Beer is a supporting player, limited to guest taps featuring local beer and cider. Happy hour pricing makes it an affordable complement to the wine program, though the selection lacks detail.
Menu strengths
- — Guest taps highlight local beer and cider, adding regional character.
- — Happy hour pricing at $6 per tap beer is accessible.
Standout selections
- — Local guest tap beers and ciders
How it sits with the food
Small bites are mentioned on the menu, though specifics are not detailed. The wine flight and mulled wines are best approached as the main event, with food playing a supporting role.
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