Willamette Valley
Dundee, Oregon
City
Small city surrounded by acclaimed vineyards
Dundee is a small city in Yamhill County set among vineyards on the red Jory soils of the Dundee Hills, one of Oregon's best-known wine areas.
History & Local Character
Dundee was settled in the 1880s and named by Scottish settlers. Orchards and prune plums gave way to wine grapes in the 1970s and 1980s.
Housing & Real Estate
Housing is limited, mostly single-family homes and a few small developments. Prices are high for a city of its size because of the wine-country setting.
Restaurants & Shopping
Dundee has a cluster of restaurants and tasting rooms along OR 99W, including several destination dining rooms tied to wineries.
Schools & Education
Dundee students attend Newberg School District schools, with an elementary school in town.
Parks & Recreation
The city has small parks and vineyard views, and Champoeg State Heritage Area is a short drive away.
Transportation & Accessibility
OR 99W runs through town, connecting Dundee to Newberg and McMinnville, with limited transit.
Local Businesses
Wineries and tasting roomsRestaurantsWine-country lodgingGarden shops
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Nearby Attractions
- Dundee Hills wineries
- Champoeg State Heritage Area
- Willamette River
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- World-class wine nearby
- Short drive to Newberg and McMinnville
- Vineyard scenery
Considerations
- Very limited services
- High housing costs
- Tourism congestion on 99W
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Dundee Hills good for wine?
The hills are known for volcanic Jory soils and a slightly warmer, protected aspect, which produce distinctive Pinot noir and Chardonnay.