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If you happen to be enjoying a glass of wine right now, I hope you’re enjoying yourself at a winery featured on these pages. From north to south, Wine Scene is dedicated to introducing you to an all-star lineup of local wineries and telling the story of the people making it happen. Today, our Southern Oregon wineries are not only earning more medals at wine competitions, they’re creating a wide array of enjoyable on-site winery and tasting room experiences for visitors and locals.

Increasingly, wineries are the new favorite place for people of all ages to gather and socialize with family and friends in a beautiful, natural environment. Indeed, for many singles, the “wine scene” is replacing the dreaded “bar scene” as a more upscale venue to meet and make new friends. Since wine is a natural complement to food, art and music, it’s now a major component of the regional tourism draw. And, for those lucky enough to call Southern Oregon “home,” it’s improved our quality of life in numerous ways. So no matter your favorite wine or winery, discover something special in Wine Scene—from Ashland to Elkton!

Along with amazing industry people working between the vines, our climate, geology, soil and topography enables 70+ grape varieties to grow here, making this one of the most remarkable wine-producing regions in the world. With an abundance of quality fruit, the effort of skilled farmers

and winemakers is literally paying off in our glasses. And the best news is that the outside wine world has noticed, including writers and wine judges, as evidenced by Wine Enthusiast magazine naming Southern Oregon a “must-visit” destination and the host of medals won at the 2016 San Francisco Wine Competition.

Enjoy your wine journey and thanks again for taking Wine Scene along for the ride as you discover the essence of the Southern Oregon wine scene.

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42 / INDUSTRY NEWSRecent industry news & events mirror Southern Oregon’s growing reputation as an award-winning wine producing region, from the accolades, to new celebrations, and educational opportunities.

8 / DE-VINE WEDDINGSFrom rustic to rural and riverfront to refined, discover why more and more brides and grooms are holding their dream weddings at local wineries.

20 / OUR GREAT CLIMATESOU Professor Greg Jones explains how and why Southern Oregon’s grape-friendly climate enables vineyards to be “masters of all” —from Albarino to Zinfandel.

4 / A GRAPE'S JOURNEYIn our continuing story, follow our grapes to learn more about the fascinating process of FERMENTATION and why it’s truly the essence of all great winemaking.

6 / NEW TROON TOURSThe new Grape Expedition Tour at Troon offers visitors an insider’s look into how a winery functions—from the vineyard, to the barrel room, and beyond.

19 / BAMBU RESTAURANTFor Bambu's Chef Adam Ward, serving creative, Asian-inspired dishes sourced from the finest, local ingredients is as important as serving them alongside local wines.

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12-41 / WINERY DIRECTORYRogue Valley .........................12-21 Upper Rogue .........................22-25Jacksonville ...........................26-31Applegate Valley ...................32-39Umpqua Valley ......................40-41

REGIONAL MAPSRogue Valley .........................13 Upper Rogue .........................23Jacksonville ...........................26Applegate Valley ...................33Umpqua Valley ......................41

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hen we left off, our white grapes had gone skinless, seedless and pulpless to ferment—

typically in a stainless steel tank, but sometimes in-barrel. Our red grapes remained whole, perhaps still on the stem in an intact bunch, slightly crushed or macerated to release some juice. Red grapes are commonly set to ferment in square bins made of stainless steel or food-grade plastic. The bin has a removable cover that allows easy access so the winemaker can “punch down” the solids that rise to the top of the fermenting juice. The punch down re-mixes the juice, pulp, skin and seeds, called “must,” for maximum extraction of color and flavor.

The conversion of the sugars in the grape juice to alcohol through the action of yeast is known as “primary fermentation.” Yeast is a living organism which needs relatively warm conditions and a food source to grow. Yeasts are everywhere—in soil, water and on plant surfaces. Today’s modern winemaking, which emphasizes natural processes and as little intervention by the winemaker as possible, favors the use of naturally-occurring yeast for fermentation. Thus, the yeast arrives on the skin of the grapes as they come in from the vineyard and goes into the fermentation vessel with them. In the fermenter, the yeast feeds on sugars, produces byproducts (alcohol and CO2), reproduces and dies. Expired yeast falls to the bottom of the fermentation vessel, creating

what the winemaker calls the “lees.” You may have seen the expression “sur lie” on the back of a bottle of Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc to describe how it was made. This French expression means that the winemaker stirred the lees back into the wine to intensify its flavor, very much like the punch down process for reds.

When there is no more sugar in the juice for the yeast colony to feed on, the yeast expires and fermentation stops. At this point, the wine is fermented to dryness, meaning there is 0% sugar in the wine. In making some wines, such as German-style Riesling, the winemaker halts the fermentation process before all the sugar in the juice is consumed by the yeast. These wines are said to have residual sugar or RS. Fermentation can be halted by several factors including cold, the addition of distilled alcohol to the fermenting wine, as in the making of Port-style dessert wines, or the addition of Potassium metabisulfite. Any of these actions will kill off the yeast colony, preventing further primary fermentation.

Fermentation usually takes a week to ten days. During this time, the winemaker will take samples of the juice to carefully measure the acidity, sugar content and alcohol percentage. This monitoring allows the winemaker to assess whether the wine is coming along nicely, or whether he needs to influence the process somehow. How? If the fermentation is

stalled—for instance, if the yeast has quit working due to low “brix” (sugar content)—the winemaker can add sugar. If the wine lacks the proper flavor profile, there are chemical additives such as tartaric acid that can enhance its character. Such measures are typically not necessary in a good year when the growing conditions are optimum. But in years when there was too much rain or too little sunshine to fully ripen the fruit, the winemaker is tasked with making up the shortfall of the crop with manipulation in the winery.

But wait! There’s more! After primary fermentation, red wines are pressed off the must and transferred to barrel. Depending on the varietal, white wines may be bottled directly from the fermentation tank or they may be barreled. In-barrel, red wines and some whites typically undergo a second fermentation initiated by inoculation with lactic acid bacteria, typically Oenococcus oeni. Called “malolactic fermentation,” this process converts tart-tasting malic acid to softer-tasting lactic acid. Lactic acid imparts a creamy richness, called “butter” in the case of Chardonnays. Winemakers actively prevent malolactic conversion in varietals such as Riesling and Gewüztraminer where a fruiter, floral character is desired in the finished wine.

In our next installment of “A Grape’s Journey,” we’ll see what happens during the wine’s time in-barrel and why wines, unlike baseball teams, are often considered much improved by some time in the cellar.

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sk anyone passionate about wine and they’ll tell you the journey is the thing. In Southern Oregon, we take that journey down lovely country roads to

uncrowded tasting rooms where it’s not unusual to find the winemaker behind the bar treating us to the story behind their label. The discovery of a great glass of wine is really about our search for it, as along the way we add to our own wine wisdom. Wine, after all, is better appreciated the more you know.

One Applegate Valley winery is leading the way in giving us what we want: inside access. Troon Vineyard has long been a top destination for dedicated oenophiles because, in addition to the beautiful estate grounds and excellent wines, a knowledgeable and well-trained tasting room staff always has insightful information to share. And now, even more so. Beginning this spring, Troon is offering a behind-the-scenes and expanded estate tour and tasting that begins in the vineyard and travels through the heart of the winery, enhancing the wine experience and the journey.

“It became evident that visitors to the winery had a sincere interest and desire to gain a better understanding of the importance of the vineyard as well as all of the different stages in modern-day winemaking,” says Steve Hall, Troon’s Winemaker. The newly-crafted tour is designed to do just that by explaining the evolution of the grape, following the path it takes from the vineyard to the glass and, most importantly, all of the steps in between. Now anyone interested in the art of winemaking can experience it firsthand.

The tour starts with a sample of the first wine and an overview of where Troon sits relative to its AVA and the surrounding wine region. This offers a great sense of perspective; it’s a big wine-world and location is no small deal.

“Dick Troon planted vines back in 1973 on a gentle slope above the Applegate River,” explains Hall. “Similar to Sonoma County and Paso Robles, with mountains marching west to the Pacific Ocean, each summer afternoon, ocean winds race up the Rogue River to cool this part of Southern Oregon. The hot days and cool evenings force the grapes to naturally thicken their skins, and give us more intensity and color in the wines.”

In the vineyard you will witness firsthand the impact of geography and geology. Covering the life of the vine as well as some of the viticulture practices that

are distinctly Troon, such as their site-specific approach and commitment to sustainability, this stop on the tour turns the notion of “sense of place,” into a meaningful concept.

Next, the tour heads toward the winery to the crush pad and past the treading room, places many winery visitors have never seen before. Here the practice of “gentle handling” is revealed as much more than a nice idea: it’s an approach that has real and tangible effects on the complexity of a wine.

“We gently tread on the grape clusters to unleash the natural yeasts and grab color and aromas from the grape skins,” the winemaker says about their decision to incorporate this age-old process, just one of the countless choices made by artisan winemakers like Hall.

The tour passes the “wild fermentation preserve,” where wine ferments outside and meets with native yeasts, kept naturally cool in the shade of large oak trees. On to the tank room, you’ll sample another wine amongst the massive stainless steel tanks and learn a bit about the role they play in the process. Proceeding to the barrel room, the guide shares some of Troon’s specific barrel aging methods and what this lends to the wines you love. The tour concludes with a private tasting in the tasting room, where what you’ve just seen manifests as wine in your glass.

Troon Vineyard has rightly identified a meaningful evolution of the wine tasting experience. According to a national study conducted last summer by Wine Business Monthly, tasting room traffic and revenue is on the rise—up about 18% between 2013 and 2014 in Oregon—as is the trend toward more comprehensive and formal tasting experiences. From sit-down, instructional tastings to extensive estate tours, wineries across the country are answering the call from knowledge-thirsty wine consumers to be allowed behind the cellar door.

We shop for wine differently than we do any other commodity; face-to-face with the producer, where we gather information that simply cannot be gained by standing in front of a grocery store shelf and making a selection based on merchandising and price-point. Troon’s behind-the-scenes winery tours provide the opportunity to enhance our understanding of wine. And, more importantly, they’ll benefit every winery in Southern Oregon as locals and visitors gain a deeper connection to and understanding of the wine in their glass.

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De-Vine Weddings

by Sarah Lemon


Wholesome, natural, yet sophisticated — the air of a French farmers market supplied the theme for Alexi

and Jeff McCullough’s July 2015 wedding. A riverfront wine estate in the Applegate furnished the perfect venue.

“We loved the beach setting,” says Alexi McCullough. “We loved the tasting room.”

Every feature of Red Lily Vineyards painted a vibrant, yet intimate portrait of the region, say the McCulloughs. With fruits, vegetables, artisan foods and wines to rival California’s Napa Valley, Southern Oregon emerged as an enticing weekend destination for a majority of the McCulloughs’ 230 guests.

“We really wanted to show it off,” says Jeff McCullough, 31. “I wanted them to experience our new home,” says

Alexi McCullough, a 29-year-old Rogue Valley native who relocated with her husband from Seattle to Ashland.

The couple considered several other sites, from a historical pear orchard in east Medford to a small, picturesque farm secluded in the mountains above Ashland. On a friend’s suggestion, the McCulloughs trekked 12 miles from Jacksonville to Red Lily, joined its wine club and looked no further.

“Good wine was important to us,” says Jeff McCullough, a financial advisor.

“We enjoy wine, and our friends and family enjoy wine,” says Alexi, a second-grade teacher. “They (Red Lily) opened up their entire portfolio.”

As diverse as grape varieties grown in Southern Oregon, are wedding accommodations at area wineries. From the Old

World grandeur of Belle Fiore’s chateau near Ashland to the humble roots of Red Lily’s 90-year-old, converted pole barn, local wine estates are awash in ambiance. Elegant mansions and walled gardens give glimpses into the genteel past of pear cultivation. Manicured, park-like grounds and groves of native oaks overlook the region’s peaks and valleys.

“People could get a whole sense of the valley there,” says Jeff McCullough of the vantage from Red Lily’s 260 acres.

Rural landscapes appeal to Holly Adolph, but she didn’t want guests and vendors to drive more than a few miles for her September wedding. An icon of agricultural history in the middle of east Medford, RoxyAnn Winery is five minutes from Adolph’s childhood home, making it the obvious backdrop for her next major life event.

“It just felt right for us,” says Adolph, a 28-year-old nurse in Denver. “The value is so great … for what you’re getting.”

RoxyAnn’s price tag of $3,000 for up to 150 guests affords access to the grounds, several historical structures, tables and chairs, setup and cleanup crews and such necessities as restrooms and trash bins. The winery also waives the first $200 toward a wedding party’s wine purchase.

Comparable pricing structures for similar amenities are offered at many Southern Oregon wineries. Grizzly Peak Winery in Ashland can host up to 100 for as little as $2,500. Fifty people are Red Lily’s maximum for an initial $3,500, with $20 charged per additional guest. The Applegate’s Schmidt Family Vineyards comes at a cost of $8,000.

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Some spots, such as Gold Hill’s Del Rio Vineyards, quote prices within a range of several thousand dollars based on factors beyond the number of guests. Other properties, such as Medford’s EdenVale Winery, don’t disclose pricing before consulting with couples.

“ … Our ability to deliver a custom wedding and manage all the details … makes for a priceless experience,” says Anne Root, EdenVale owner and general manager. “The families enjoy the day, the party, special memories and don’t suffer the stress of managing details.”

Invaluable are the event staff that most Southern Oregon wineries provide, says Medford event planner Kimberly Hicks. Couples who help to set up and pick up after their own weddings forfeit some of that festive feel, says Hicks. And separate rental fees for tables, chairs and other items to outfit a site with no amenities can result in very little cost savings, she adds.

“It’s more the ease and logistical planning,” says Hicks of venues, including wineries, that offer a complete hospitality package.

Although other outdoor locales around the region are plenty popular for weddings, the number of nuptials at wineries seems to be on the rise, with no sign of slowing down, says Hicks. For some couples, the chance to drink good wine may be just the “icing on the cake,” she adds.

“The romance of the vineyards, meadows, barns — and the gorgeous landscape that surrounds us — captures the brides’ image of the perfect wedding day. A day that is naturally and organically beautiful and romantic while not being uptight or stuffy,” says Hicks.

Antique sofas and church pews mingled with birch logs and chalkboards at the McCulloughs’ wedding. Old-fashioned lace contrasted with a modern color scheme of navy blue and chartreuse, echoed in both bridal finery and floral arrangements of hydrangeas and hop vines by Penny and Lulu Studio Florist.

“Everything was very natural,” says Alexi McCullough. “With a Southern Oregon flair.”

The freshest harvest from Southern Oregon’s fields and gardens composed the farm-to-table menu catered by chef Neil Clooney’s Smithfields in Ashland. Organic butter lettuce, radishes, carrots, potatoes and herbs traveled fewer than 10 miles from Barking Moon Farm to the winery. And high summer’s sweet corn grown at Talent’s Fry Family Farm highlighted chilled avocado soup of a verdant green to match the McCulloughs’ bridal bouquets.

Main courses of Oregon steelhead and hanger steak were paired with Red Lily’s Tempranillo, winner of numerous awards. Subject to a minimum wine purchase, the McCulloughs scored a few bottles of the sold-out “Life of Riley,” a tempranillo-cabernet blend, for their head table and parents’ tables.

Lily Girl Rosé — served chilled at the beach — impressed not a few of the McCulloughs’ guests, who rode complimentary shuttles to the winery. The crowd toasted the newlyweds with cava that Red Lily didn’t produce but procured.

“The minute they stepped off the bus, we were greeting them with cava,” says Ragan Atkinson, Red Lily’s special-events manager.

“The whole wedding was about the guest experience,” says Jeff McCullough.With the entire Red Lily spread at their disposal, guests’ wedding invitation

entailed an exclusive look at one of Southern Oregon’s premier wineries. To accommodate a wedding — only about a half-dozen per year — Red Lily closes its tasting-room to regular customers for the day, says Atkinson. That undivided attention convinced the McCulloughs that Red Lily would handle their special day with as much care as its vines and fine wines.


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BELLE FIORE WINERY is a place of unparalleled elegance. A classical French chateau with state-of-the-art winery, the Italianate Wine Pavilion surrounded by vineyards on the slopes above Emigrant Creek—Belle Fiore’s landscaping, architecture and décor are nothing short of eye-popping.

Belle Fiore offers a wide selection of wines made to the exacting standards of their Napa Valley-trained winemaker. Belle Fiore’s talented, award-winning winemaking team won Best of Show for their 2012 Numinos red wine in 2015. They currently make 8,000 cases of artisanal wines a year from the estate’s fifteen different varietals.

Wine aficionados will not want to miss Belle Fiore’s many award-winning wines including Bordeaux, Burgundy and Rhone vintages or such unusual varietals as Teroldego, Verdejo, and Caprettone.

In addition to wines of exceptional quality, Belle Fiore offers live music, special events, art exhibits, exclusive winemaker dinners, tapas and full meals. In beautiful weather, visitors can enjoy relaxing with wine-paired tasting specials on the patio overlooking the vineyard. Outside the Wine Pavilion, there’s even a bocce ball court.

And there could be no more sumptuous or welcoming spot for your special private event or wedding. Belle Fiore Winery, Estate, and Vineyard is an extraordinary, must-see gem in the Rogue Valley!

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ELIANA WINES is the label of Brian and Carien Jordaan. Brian, a one-time commercial grower of roses, adapted his “soft-handed” horticultural technique to production of the wine grapes that go into Eliana vintages. Since 2008, Brian and his family have tended Belle Vista Vineyard, a stunning hillside site in the Pompadour Bluff area east of Ashland planted to Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. The vines, now nearly twenty years-old, have yielded exquisite fruit under Jordaan’s care.

Made in very limited lots by winemaker Steve Anderson, Eliana vintages reflect a unique terroir and Jordaan’s exacting specifications. Since 2011, Jordaan has added Tempranillo to his wine list of exquisite Bordeaux varietals and blends. From Thistlecroft Vineyard, a close neighbor to Belle Vista, the Tempranillo is a lush mélange of aromas and flavors featuring ripe strawberry and dark cherry notes.

The best way to try Eliana is to stop by the tasting room. Brian and Carien love sharing their elegant wines with visitors. Open March-October, the intimate indoor wine bar offers cozy warmth while the outdoor seating offers incomparable vistas of the vineyard with the Siskiyou Mountains and Pilot Rock in the distance.

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ENOTECA is EdenVale Winery’s second tasting room, located in the center of Ashland’s bustling Plaza scene. The friendly staff and award-winning wines await in a comfortable and quiet “get-away nook.” The warm and casual atmosphere is the perfect setting to taste EdenVale’s many Rogue Valley wines and explore the vineyards of Southern Oregon in your glass. Edenvale produces wines that are handcrafted—barrel and bottle-aged—using sustainable methods, while supporting local families and farmers in the Rogue Valley.

Enoteca also offers tapas-style foods, soups, salads, cheese boards and other light-fare menu items designed to pair with featured daily wine flights. The friendly staff can also help find the perfect restaurant for lunch or dinner, help map out your tour of local wineries or just engage in good conversation.

Enoteca also hosts colorful local bands and musicians on Friday nights, offers a stash of fun board games and, as a member of the Ashland Gallery Association, curates an ever-changing array of work by local artists on its walls. Offering one of the best “people watching” views on the Plaza, the upstairs sitting room is a great place to spend time relaxing with a glass of wine in the perfect chair!

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GRIZZLY PEAK is nestled on a protected mountain slope just minutes from downtown Ashland. The high elevation site produces top quality wine grapes and provides visitors incomparable vistas. Established by Al and Virginia Silbowitz in 1998, the list of Grizzly Peak vintages available for sampling in the tasting room has grown to include Pinot Noir, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Tempranillo, Syrah, Pinot Gris, Viognier, Chardonnay and several blends. Of four Grizzly Peak reds entered in the 2015 Oregon Wine Awards competition, all took gold and two, the 2012 Cabernet Franc estate vineyard and the Rogue Rouge Bordeaux blend, took double gold. Daughter Naomi Fuerte, as friendly as she is wine-savvy, presides in the tasting room, an intimate spot perfect for visiting and sipping with friends.

As you plan the next fundraiser or private party, don’t forget that Grizzly Peak offers interior event space suitable for up to 125 people in a building that will eventually house the estate winery. A larger winery space suitable for crowds of 200 will be available soon. Check the website for the latest details and hours. No matter the time of year, Grizzly Peak is the right spot with the right wines.

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WEISINGER FAMILY WINERY is the first wine tasting spot northbound visitors entering Oregon on Interstate 5 encounter after descending the Siskiyou Summit—and there could be no better gateway to Rogue Valley wine country. With a list including cool climate Gewürztraminer and Pinot Noir along with Bordeaux, Tempranillo and Rhône varietals, Weisinger offers wine tourists a taste of the region’s diversity at their very first stop.

Weisinger wines are made by second generation winemaker Eric Weisinger, whose resumé includes experience in California’s Russian River, New Zealand and Australia. Besides award-winning wines, visitors will enjoy relaxing on the tasting room deck with a nosh plate, taking in beautiful views of the estate vineyard and the rugged Cascade Range in the distance.

In support of the community, Weisinger offers a full slate of cultural events. Each month the work of a different local artist is displayed in the tasting room and local authors read at Friday Words & Wine. Look for live musical performances starting with the Grand Release event on Memorial Day Weekend and continuing every Saturday and Sunday through the end of September.

Weisinger Family Winery may be the first stop on your winery itinerary, but it’s the last one you’ll forget.

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LEDGER DAVID CELLARS’ Central Point venue, dubbed Le Petit Tasting Room, is spectacularly located between the world-renowned Rogue Creamery and equally famous Lillie Belle Chocolates. Amid these culinary stars, Ledger David shines brightly, having recently burnished its reputation for premium estate wines by winning nine medals from the 2015 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.

Wine Enthusiast’s Paul Gregutt lists two Ledger David wines among his latest Editor’s Choice picks: 2014 Sauvignon Blanc (92 points), calling it “aromatic and compelling . . . fresh and full of delicious fruit,” and 2013 Primoris Chenin Blanc (91 points) about which he writes, “Chenin Blanc is quite rare in Oregon, and this wine, from vines planted just five years previously, may inspire others to follow suit... The balance and length are just right and the varietal character is in evidence throughout.”

Ledger David fruit comes from the Varner-Traul Vineyard planted in 2007 to Chenin Blanc, Malvasia Bianca, Viognier, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Malbec, Sangiovese, Tempranillo and Petit Verdot.

With so many stellar selections on its list, it’s no wonder Ledger David’s label was designed around an artist’s conception of three stars of Orion’s belt.

LEDGER DAVID CELLARS

Ledger David Cellars 245 N Front Street Central Point OR 97502 541-664-2218 ledgerdavid.com

Hours: Daily, noon-5pm

Varietals: Cabernet Franc Chardonnay Chenin Blanc Malbec Malvasia Bianca Petit Verdot Sangiovese Sauvignon Blanc Syrah Tempranillo Viognier

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EDENVALE WINERY is the Rogue Valley’s most unique winery and destination facility, just-off Hwy 99 between Ashland and Jacksonville. The winery is located on the oldest commercial orchard land in Oregon, nestled on the valley floor with breathtaking views of the Siskiyou Mountains and surrounded by orchards and vineyards. The Eden Valley Orchards’ property takes you back to an era of gracious hospitality with the on-site 1890’s Voorhies Mansion and formal gardens, complimented by heritage pear trees and a demonstration vineyard. The estate is the perfect place to taste and experience old-world styled wines…barrel- and bottle-aged. Here, winemaker Ashley Campanella produces premium, handcrafted wines including, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Tempranillo, Merlot, Grenache, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Viognier, Pinot Gris and various blends.

EdenVale’s charming and historic Carriage House serves as the present-day tasting room, with a knowledgeable staff that love talking about the wines and the region’s best attributes. The grounds feature extensive, private picnic areas and patios to enjoy the day, the views and delicious wines. EdenVale also makes an exquisite venue for weddings, and hosts the Rogue Valley’s most prestigious public and private events including a wide array of music festivals, symphony concerts and weekly summer dance and dining activities…enjoy your visit!

EDENVALE WINERY

EdenVale Winery 2310 Voorhies Road Medford OR 97501 541-512-2955 x2 edenvalleyorchards.com

Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11am-6pm Friday-Saturday, 11am-8pm

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon Chardonnay Grenache Malbec Merlot Pinot Gris Pinot Noir Syrah Tempranillo Viognier

ROXYANN WINERY was originally the pear growing and packing operation known as Hillcrest Orchard. But Jack Day, grandson of the Seattle businessman who became owner and manager of Hillcrest in 1908, had other ideas. Day planted wine grapes on 20 acres of the south-facing slope of RoxyAnn Peak where shallow clay soils are perfect for Bordeaux varietals. With the first harvest in 2001, RoxyAnn Winery was born.

Today the RoxyAnn estate vineyard runs to 70 acres from which the winery produces 15,000 cases of award-winning Claret, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Tempranillo, Viognier, Syrah, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay. Many of the original Hillcrest Orchard buildings, added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984, are still used by the winery. Visitors will enjoy the warm, old-fashioned atmosphere of the tasting room featuring premium estate wines and gourmet items. The quaint setting notwithstanding, RoxyAnn adheres to enlightened sustainable farming practices and employs state-of-the-art methods in wine production, supporting preservation of the natural surroundings while ensuring the finest fruit and superior wines. The tasting room is open seven days a week.

ROXYANN WINERY

RoxyAnn Winery 3283 Hillcrest Road Medford OR 97504 541-776-2315 roxyann.com

Hours: Monday-Thursday, noon-7pm Friday,11am-9pm Saturday & Sunday, 11am-7pm

Varietals: Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Chardonnay Claret Malbec Merlot Pinot Gris Pinot Noir Sauvignon Blanc Syrah Tempranillo Viognier

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n oasis of tropical flavor beckons at east Medford’s Bambu restaurant, where customers find both a “neighborhood spot” and a hotspot for local wines.

Bambu’s eclectic menu takes the taste buds on a tour of Southeast Asia and the Pacific Rim. But chef-owner Adam Ward looks close to home for wines that highlight his Pan-Asian cuisine. Southern Oregon, including east Medford’s own iconic wine estate, RoxyAnn Winery, furnishes about one-third of the labels in Bambu’s cellar and almost half of the restaurant’s wines by the glass.

“We sell RoxyAnn hand over fist above anything else,” says Ward.Just a mile from Bambu, RoxyAnn Winery enjoys a following with the majority

of Ward’s customers, who live in close proximity to both businesses. When wine-tasting patrons ask for dining suggestions, RoxyAnn staff routinely point them in Ward’s direction, says winery owner Chad Day.

“We’re a pretty good staple on their wine list.” Installed in 2001 at the Larson Creek Shopping Center, Ward’s eatery opened

as Medford's second Asian Grill before reinvention as an upscale, rather than fast-casual, concept. Ward’s tenure at Ashland’s Thai Pepper are the roots of Bambu.

Also founded in 2001, RoxyAnn Winery is rooted in 150 years of agricultural history, including more than a century as a commercial pear orchard. The vineyard and winery share property with Hillcrest Orchard, owned by members of the same family for four generations.

RoxyAnn’s extensive portfolio — from light, subtle pinot gris to dark, bold syrah — provides a wine for just about any ethnic fare, says Day. From $28 to $35 per bottle, the winery’s prices meet the midpoint on Bambu’s list.

“They don’t want wines that are going to sit on their shelf,” says Day. RoxyAnn pinot gris is among the crisp whites that pair well with Ward’s citrusy,

spicy, herbaceous recipes, says the chef. Quady North Pistoleta accents the richness of sesame- and macadamia-encrusted mahi with coconut cream sauce, says Ward. Kriselle Cellars sauvignon blanc and Irvine Family Vineyards chardonnay — available in a half-bottle — are other complementary whites, he adds.

On the other end of the spectrum, RoxyAnn merlot and Kriselle cabernet franc are rich backdrops for Ward’s rack of lamb and Kobe beef specials. Although the chef says he gravitates toward white wines, he appreciates such reds as Jaxon Vineyards syrah and Simple Machine Vector, a grenache-syrah blend produced by Brian Denner, winemaker at DANCIN Vineryards.

With a red and a white from Southern Oregon always on special, says Ward, Bambu proves that food inspired by far-flung locales can promote “keeping things local.”

WINE SCENESOUTHERN OREGON

Retired Naval Officer MJ Daspit moved from San Diego, CA with husband Gary Greksouk to Ashland in 2004, where she began a second career as a writer. Daspit’s published works include the pictorial history ROGUE VALLEY WINE, co-authored with winemaker Eric Weisinger (Arcadia Publishing, 2011) and a historical novel, LUCY LIED (Fireship Press, 2014).

Food and lifestyle writer Sarah Lemon gathers inspiration from cooking, gardening and exploring all things epicurean in her native Oregon. She frequently contributes articles to the Mail Tribune newspaper, which also hosts her blog, The Whole Dish. She has represented Southern Oregon as an ambassador for Travel Oregon, and often serves as a judge for the region’s various culinary competitions and festivals.

A publishing industry professional for more than 20 years, Anne Vidor is a partner in The Hardy Agency, producing content for clients and print publications across all lifestyle categories, but with a focus on food, wine, and travel. Happily transplanted to Southern Oregon from the Central Coast of California, she and her husband live in the Applegate Valley.

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It’s the one thing we all complain about, but lovers of Southern Oregon wines never should. It’s our weather and the climate which, along with the right terrain and soils, allows us to produce everything from Albariño to Zinfandel—well, almost. The actual number of different wine grape varieties planted in Southern Oregon is about 70, with about 40% of acreage devoted to Pinot Noir, 13% to Pinot Gris, 6% to Syrah and 5% to Tempranillo. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay represent 4% each with Riesling and Viognier at 3% each.

But the diversity of our wine grape production wouldn’t mean much if, as a grape producing region, we were a jack-of-all-trades and master of none. Is that the case? Hardly! More like a master of all. If you’re skeptical about the success of our diversity-based wine industry, check out these stats: from 1984 through 2014, the number of Southern Oregon wine grape growers increased from 21 to 226, the number of wineries grew from 3 to 121 and total crop value went from $131,000 to over $28 million!

So how can the region produce high-quality grapes that run the gamut from cool climate Rieslings, Alsatians, and Pinots to “roasted slope” varietals like Syrah and Grenache? Or, to put it another way, in a world where specialization is usually the key to top-quality performance, how is it that we practice viticultural diversity so well?

Southern Oregon University’s Dr. Greg Jones, Director, Division of Business Communication and the Environment and Professor, Environmental Science and Policy—our favorite viticultural climatology guru—shed some light on that question.

Here are some features Jones credits with making Southern Oregon uniquely suited to a broad spectrum of wine grape production: • ClimateEnvelope. Average temperatures during

our growing season fall within an envelope of 58-66 degrees, a range that encompasses the climate envelopes of Burgundy, Bordeaux and Napa

Valley, all three of which have much narrower individual temperature spans.

• GrowingSeason. Due to our growing season length and cool nights during the veraison-to-harvest period, the four ripeness clocks—sugar accumulation, acid respiration, phenolic ripeness, and fruit character—are more in balance in Southern Oregon than in the Willamette Valley where sugar development often falls short before rain falls or in the Napa Valley where ripe sugar levels are reached before other elements of flavor have developed.

• Rainfall. Southern Oregon has less precipitation than the Willamette, making for lower disease pressure and cleaner fruit, together with one of the widest diurnal temperature (daytime high versus nighttime low) swings of any wine region worldwide…enabling greater potential flavor and aroma development.

Dr. Jones summarized the effect of our latitude, seven-month growing season and overall climate, stating that these conditions “create a unique place that provides ideal conditions for site-matched varieties like Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, Viognier, Tempranillo, Grenache, Malbec and others . . . with varietal character, natural acidity and brix levels that result in the best wine from that variety that can be made any place in America.”

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NAUMES CRUSH & FERMENTATION is Southern Oregon’s newest custom crush winery, operated by the Naumes family with more than 100 years of agricultural heritage and experience. The new winery, with its state-of-the-art facilities for winemaking, was created to serve the fast-growing Southern Oregon wine region. Naumes’ expanding list of custom crush clients includes some of the most sought-after wine brands in the region.

The downtown Medford winery includes a cavernous temperature-controlled fruit warehouse, handy to railroad tracks and major traffic arteries, a crush pad with multiple, manual and optical sorting tables, and a winery with gentle gravity transfer capabilities, stainless steel, temperature-controlled fermentation tanks, gas injection system for gentle mixing, cap management and additions—and more!

In the laboratory, where developing vintages are analyzed for acidity, sugar content, and alcohol percentage, there are more wonders to behold. Besides the degree of accuracy and ease of operation associated with the newest analytical devices, their cloud-based software system even enables clients to log-in and check on their wines from anywhere, at anytime.

The wizardry and quality of Naumes’ wines is in the artful hands of winemaker Chris Graves, graduate of UC Davis School of Enology. Graves enjoys making special wine—one special client at a time. In addition to winemaking, Naumes Crush & Fermentation also offers à la carte climate-controlled cold storage for fruit and a full range of laboratory services.

NAUMES CRUSH & FERMENTATION

Naumes Crush & Fermentation 1311 N Central Avenue Medford OR 97501 541-608-1721 naumescf.com

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LA BRASSEUR VINEYARD’s slogan, “Unexpected, Unassuming, Unforgettable” perfectly captures the vibe of this winery.

Why unexpected? The location for a start. Fred and Candy LaBrasseur planted their 15-acre vineyard on a beautiful hillside at 2,200 feet, one of the highest elevations for winegrowing in the Rogue Valley. The elevation provides sunshine in foggy seasons and coolness when the valley is hot. And those conditions make for happy wine grapes. LaBrasseur has produced award-winning estate vintages medaling in diverse competitions including the Finger Lakes International Wine Competition, Newport Seafood & Wine Festival, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition and Oregon Wine Experience.

“Unassuming” describes the friendly atmosphere of this completely family-owned and operated winery and tasting room. The emphasis on informality makes visitors feel like part of the family—except they aren’t expected to labor in the vineyard. So bring a picnic to enjoy with a glass of wine on the crush pad or on the lawn and just relax.

One visit will show you why the combination of what the family puts into the wines and the atmosphere they have created for sharing them, makes LaBrasseur Vineyard unforgettable.

LA BRASSEUR VINEYARD

LaBrasseur Vineyard 2444 Cobleigh Road Eagle Point OR 97524 541-865-3648 labrasseurvineyard.com

Hours: Friday-Sunday, 11am-5pm or by appointment

Varietals: Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Petite Sirah/Primitivo Blend Red Bordeaux Blend Riesling Rosé Syrah Viognier Dessert Wines: Early Muscat Late Harvest Viognier Petite Sirah Port Plum

AGATE RIDGE VINEYARD was founded by the Kinderman Family in 2002 with visions of family farming, land preservation and pursuing a passion for wine. Located on 126 acres featuring an iconic 105-year-old farmhouse tasting room, the family carefully selected a southern-facing slope to plant 30 acres to 17 varietals. With spectacular mountain views, Agate Ridge hosts a variety of fun events including the music series, “Rockin at the Ridge,” “Bonfire Fridays,” vineyard dinners, plein air art classes, and celebrations. See the website for a full list of winery events from March-November.

Taking pride in producing exclusively-estate wines, winemaker Matt Cates alongside the family have total creative control from vine to wine. The unique microclimate and volcanic soils provide the foundation for the caliber of fruit that allows Agate Ridge to have produced highly-esteemed, award-winning wine for nearly a decade. Several wines just medaled at the 2015 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition include a 2012 Viognier (Double Gold), 2013 Semillon Sauvignon Blanc (Gold), 2010 Black Sticky Dessert Wine (Gold) and a 2012 Sauvignon Blanc (Silver).

AGATE RIDGE VINEYARD

Agate Ridge Vineyard 1098 Nick Young Road Eagle Point OR 97524 541-830-3050 agateridgevineyard.com

Summer Hours: Daily, 12pm-6pm, April thru October

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon Malbec Petite Sirah Pinot Noir Primitivo Syrah Pinot Gris Sauvignon Blanc Viognier

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DEL RIO VINEYARDS is both a place deeply rooted in history and a winery reflecting the latest in viticulture and enology. The tasting room was built in 1864 and served for many years as the Rock Point Stage Hotel. The parcel of land that comprises one of the largest wine-growing operations in the Rogue Valley was a payment to the original owner for his service in the Rogue Indian Wars. The big red building displaying the Del Rio name, that today houses the winery, began as the fruit packinghouse of Del Rio Orchards.

Similarly, Del Rio’s estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Malbec, Merlot, Muscat, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Syrah, and Viognier reflect the time-honored traditions of Old World winemaking blended with New World innovation by winemaker Jean-Michel Jussiaume.

April, May, and June are prime months to visit the tasting room! Between the sunshine and the beautiful view, visitors love bringing a picnic to relax and enjoy a bottle of wine outside. To kick-off Oregon Wine Month (May), Del Rio will be participating in Roam the Rogue on May 7th. It’s a perfect way to explore the Upper Rogue Wine Trail, and see what the area has to offer. They will also host a uniquely-Oregon themed dinner, complete with local foods and inspiration on May 14th. In June, the Summer Concert Series kicks-off! Come ready to drink and dance in the backyard every other Friday evening to start the summer off right.

DEL RIO VINEYARDS

Del Rio Vineyards 52 N River Road Gold Hill OR 97525 541-855-2062 delriovineyards.com

Hours: Daily, 11am-5pm

Friday Evening Summer Concert Series begins in June

Varietals: Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Chardonnay Claret Malbec Merlot Muscat Pinot Gris Pinot Noir Syrah Viognier

CLIFF CREEK CELLARS vineyard and tasting room is located on the 250-acre Garvin family farm, a century-old farm located in picturesque Sam’s Valley, just a short, scenic drive from downtown Medford. Visitors will be treated to fabulous wines in the tasting room and a pleasing pastoral-setting featuring interesting vintage and current-day farming equipment.

Cliff Creek is located in one of the Rogue Valley’s most authentic farming communities and is a must-visit. With vines producing premium-quality grapes, they specialize in Bordeaux and Rhône-style varietals, including a big, bold Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Cliff Creek’s expertly-crafted wines have won numerous medals including gold for the 2011 Claret and 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon at this year’s Cabernet Shootout as well as gold for the 2011 Cabernet Franc at the 2016 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.

Each month in the tasting room, visitors are invited to view works by a “friendly-priced” local artist, and meet the artist at monthly artists’ receptions.

This April, a new vintage of their “White White” wine will be released, joining the popular “Red Red” table wine series, with 5% of all sales going to OHSU Knight Cancer Research. On May 7, Cliff Creek is a must-stop on the annual Roam the Rogue Tour, featuring 7 Upper Rogue area wineries. Be sure and ask about their “Cellar Club,” where members receive complimentary tastings and a special, 4-bottle quarterly selection, featuring new releases, library wines and other exclusive offers!

CLIFF CREEK CELLARS AT THE VINEYARD

Cliff Creek Cellars at the Vineyard 1015 McDonough Road Gold Hill OR 97525 541-855-5330 cliffcreek.com

Hours: Thursday-Monday, noon-5pm

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Varietals: Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Sangiovese Syrah Blends offered: Claret Pink Pink Wine (rosé) Red Red Wine (table blend) Super Tuscan White White Wine (table blend)

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KRISELLE CELLARS is all about inspiration. The 30-acre vineyard and wine tasting room are sited just outside town on a south-facing slope overlooking the ranchland between the Upper Table Rock Plateau and the Rogue River.

The vineyard is comprised of alluvial soils studded with round river stones that inspire the wine label with its embossed silver wine bottle emerging from the soil, expressing Kriselle Cellars’ dedication to the land.

Kriselle Cellars owner and winemaker, Scott Steingraber, produces award-winning varietals and distinctive blends created from grapes cultivated in the Rogue Valley Appellation, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo, Malbec, Sauvignon Blanc, Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc, and Viognier.

Be sure to also explore Kriselle Cellars' notable red blends—their 2013 Di’tani recently received a Gold medal at the 2016 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.

The tasting room crowning the hill overlooking the vineyard takes inspiration from the Grand Lodge-style construction and features a soaring roofline and windows on all sides affording breathtaking views. The patio is a beautiful place to enjoy wonderful, hand-crafted wines while taking in the beauty of the area. Visit the Kriselle Cellars website for more information such as: current hours of operation, availability of wine-friendly food items, upcoming Spring and Summer events such as Roam the Rogue, Oregon Wine Month (May) and live music performances.

KRISELLE CELLARS

Kriselle Cellars 12956 Modoc Road White City OR 97503 541-830-VINO (8466) krisellecellars.com

Hours: Daily, 11am-5:30pm

Varietals: Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Malbec Red Blends (Di'tani and S/CS) Rosé Sangiovese Sauvignon Blanc Tempranillo Viognier

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CAPRICE VINEYARDS and ALPACA FARM has been home to Jim and Jeanne Davidian since 2004 when they moved their Riverside California ranching operation to a site outside Jacksonville. The property features a 7 acre vineyard, leading the Davidians to establish their Caprice label with their first vintage—a 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon. Since, the Caprice wine list has expanded to include Chardonnay, Viognier, Gewurztraminer and Claret along with Cabernet Sauvignon, all made in small quantities, with special attention to the character of estate fruit, produced by thirty-year-old vines.

Inside the tasting room or outside on the patio under the arbor, you'll enjoy Caprice wines accompanied by appetizer plates with assorted meats, cheeses, olives and crackers. Be sure to browse the tasting room boutique, featuring a selection of beautiful alpaca garments, some sourced from Caprice's own alpaca fiber! Caprice also offers fiber arts classes, displays of spinning, weaving, knitting and felting as well as a live music series every Saturday and Sunday from 2-5pm from May through September. And then of course, you will just have to visit the alpacas!

CAPRICE VINEYARDS

Caprice Vineyards 970 Old Stage Road Central Point OR 97502 541-499-0449 capricevineyards.com

Hours: March-December, Thursday-Monday, noon-5pm Closed Tuesday & Wednesday

Live music series May-September, every Saturday and Sunday, 2-5pm

Varietals: Blush Cabernet Sauvignon Chardonnay Claret Gewurztraminer Viognier

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DAISY CREEK VINEYARD owners Russ and Margaret Lyon came to Jacksonville in 1994 looking for a place similar to the Northern Rhone Valley’s famous Côte Rotie (roasted slope), the perfect place to grow Syrah and Viognier. On a 23-acre tract where fortune-seekers once panned Daisy Creek for gold, the Lyons planted a couple of acres of vines. Due in large part to the mineral-laden soils washed down from the Siskiyou Mountains by the creek, and in larger part to the hard work of the couple tending the vines, the fruit they grew turned out to be good—really good.

Today the vineyard occupies over half of the property and produces seven wine grape varietals, all available for tasting at the Lyons’ on-site tasting room. The Daisy Creek label is well-known for its exceptional quality—many of which have won medals at prestigious competitions including the San Francisco Chronicle, Sunriver Sunfest, Savor Northwest and Oregon Wine Experience.

Russ and Margaret are delighted to showcase their wines and might even point out an old slurry mine, a reminder of the old-timers who came seeking gold. Most of them never found any. Margaret and Russ certainly did.

DAISY CREEK VINEYARD

Daisy Creek Vineyard 675 Shafer Lane Jacksonville OR 97530 541-899-8329 daisycreekwine.com Hours: May-October, Thursday-Sunday, noon-5pm November-May, Closed

Varietals: Whites: Double Play Blend Marsanne Riesling Roussanne Triple Play Blend Viognier Reds: Lyon Red Blend Malbec Merlot Petit Verdot

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DANCIN VINEYARDS is approached by way of a long, gently descending drive with a view of the Italianate Tasting Room, the pergola- shaded wine cave and the garden-ringed koi pond, a feast for the eyes. But this isn’t just another pretty place. DANCIN is one of the wineries putting Southern Oregon on the Pinot Noir map. Wine Enthusiast recently awarded nine DANCIN wines scores in the 90’s, with six of those wines designated either Editor’s Choice or Cellar Selection. The 2012 Trata Pinot Noir was poured at the most recent International Pinot Noir Celebration (IPNC) in McMinnville, a distinction awarded to only 70 Pinot Noir producers world-wide.

With the completion of a brand new gravity-flow winery to handle this fragile varietal without harsh pumps or augers, DANCIN combines the best state-of-the-art enology with the gentle winemaking methods used for centuries in Burgundy. The result—a Pinot Noir that will continue to rank among the world’s best.

When you visit, enjoy an order of stuffed mushrooms or a hand-crafted artisan pizza and discover why DANCIN has become the jewel of Rogue Valley wineries. Owners Dan and Cindy Marca take only one thing more seriously than hospitality: growing exceptional Pinot Noir and Chardonnay to make wines expressing the epitome of varietal character.

DANCIN VINEYARDS

DANCIN Vineyards & Winery 4477 South Stage Road Medford OR 97501 541-245-1133 dancinvineyards.com

Hours: October-April: Thursday-Sunday, noon-7pm

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Varietals: Chardonnay Barbera Pinot Noir Port Syrah

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QUADY NORTH’s Jacksonville tasting room is located in a charming brick building, reckoned by some to be the old telephone exchange, at the corner of 5th and California Streets. The modest premises belie the big wines inside.

Quady North is the name of Herb Quady’s Applegate Valley wine venture, a scion of his parents’ Fresno area Quady Winery. While the senior Quady is a producer of renowned sweet and aperitif wines, Quady North is known for big, bold Bordeaux and Rhone varietals. After working as Assistant Winemaker at the California Central Coast Bonny Doon Vineyard, Quady came to Oregon to found his own brand, convinced that the truly-compelling wines were being made from grapes grown in cooler areas. In 2005 the family selected 100 acres of south-facing hillside in the Applegate Valley and planted their first 15 acres of Syrah, Cabernet Franc and Viognier. Today there are eight vineyards, with two in the Rogue Valley, and the list of varietals has expanded to include Grenache, Marsanne, Rousanne, and Merlot. Quady North is committed to producing small lot, minimally-handled wines sourced primarily from the estate. The focus remains premium Viognier, Cabernet Franc and Syrah, what Herb Quady calls his “love triangle.”

QUADY NORTH

Quady North 255 California Street Jacksonville OR 97530 541-702-2123 quadynorth.com

Spring Hours: Thursday-Sunday, 11am-6pm Summer Hours: Thursday-Monday,11am-7pm (Memorial Day through Labor Day)

Varietals: Cabernet Franc Grenache Marsanne Merlot Muscat Port Rousanne Syrah Viognier

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It takes a lot of good beer to make great wine.- Brian O’Donnell, Belle Pente Winemaker

The perfect end to a dayin the Applegate Valley

525 Bigham Knoll Drive, Jacksonvillewww.theschoolhaus.com

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SOUTH STAGE CELLARS is the premium label of Quail Run Vineyards, the largest wine grape producer in Southern Oregon and source of sustainably grown, LIVE certified fruit for more than two dozen different wineries statewide including Willamette Valley Vineyards, producers of Griffin Creek wines.

Grape growers for over 25 years, Quail Run owners Don and Traute Moore introduced several types of wine grapes to Southern Oregon, many that have since become signature varietals of the Rogue Valley. Second generation grower Michael Moore continues to expand and improve Quail Run, which now offers some 28 varietals.

The South Stage Cellars tasting room presents a dazzling array of estate wines made by a number of outstanding Oregon winemakers. With weekly wine flights changing often, there’s always something new to discover. Vintages from other Oregon wineries are also available, all made exclusively from Quail Run fruit. Whether in their richly-historic tasting room or in the expansive, shaded wine garden, surrounded by blooming plants, come enjoy a delicious appetizer or light gourmet food plate with your wine any day of the week. Plus, three times a week, there’s live music! Whatever your pleasure, you’ll find the tasting room staff warm and well informed, the ambiance informal and the wines incomparable.

SOUTH STAGE CELLARS

South Stage Cellars 125 South Third Street Jacksonville OR 97530 541-899-9120 southstagecellars.com

Hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 1-7pm Wed, Friday & Saturday, 1-8pm

Varietals: Albariño Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Carmenere Chardonnay Dolcetto Early Muscat Grenache Grenache Blanc Malbec Marsanne Merlot Mourvèdre Petit Sirah Pinot Blanc Pinot Gris Pinot Noir Pinotage Riesling Rousanne Sangiovese Sauv Blanc Semillon Syrah Tempranillo Viognier Check out our website for wine tasting packages:

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The Best Places to Stay in Southern Oregon’s

Wine Country

In downtown Jacksonville and on the Rogue River in Grants Pass.

155 West California Street • Jacksonvillewww.jacksonvillecompany.com

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where agriculture meets artistry

Distinctive from land to glass. From lush valley floors to steep, terraced hillsides, vineyards are planted on all kinds of topography in countless wine regions around the world. While wine country is always picturesque, few settings are as strikingly beautiful as the Applegate Valley in Southern Oregon. In what Sunset Magazine called “Wine country the way it should be,” here you’ll find a group of 18 unique wineries producing a diverse array of outstanding wines.

Plan your trip @ www.applegatewinetrail.com

Join us for our Spring Uncorked Barrel TourSunday, May 15 from 11am to 5pm. Enjoy 18 wineries, appetizers, tastings and fun at this self-paced wine tour event. Tickets are $49 each and include a commemorative Wine Trail wine glass. Visit our website for tickets and more information.

“Wine Country the wayit should be”- Sunset Magazine

The Spring Wine Event

you don’t want to miss!

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Serra Vineyards / Pg 38 222 Missouri Flat Road Grants Pass OR 97527

Schultz Wines / Pg 37 755 Slagle Creek Rd Grants Pass OR 97527

Troon Vineyard / Pg 38 1475 Kubli Road Grants Pass OR 97527

Wooldridge Creek Winery & CrushPad Creamery / Pg 39 818 Slagle Creek Road Grants Pass OR 97527

Schmidt Family Vineyards / Pg 37 330 Kubli Road Grants Pass OR 97527

Rosella's Vineyard & Winery / Pg 36 184 Missouri Flat Road Grants Pass OR 97527

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Longsword Vineyard / Pg 34 8555 Hwy 238 Jacksonville OR 97530

Devitt Winery & Vineyards / Pg 34 11412 Hwy 238 Jacksonville OR 97530

Plaisance Ranch / Pg 36 16955 Water Gap Rd. Williams OR 97544

Red Lily Vineyards / Pg 35 11777 Hwy. 238 Jacksonville OR 97530

Valley View Winery / Pg 34 1000 Upper Applegate Road Jacksonville OR 97530


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DEVITT WINERY began as the logical answer to a sticky problem. In 2003, Jim Devitt had harvested a bumper crop of grapes from his vineyard; the only fly in the ointment was there was no home for his grapes. Having owned and operated Pope Valley Winery in the Napa Valley during the 1970s and '80s, the solution was to go back into the wine business. So Devitt Winery in the Applegate Valley was born.

Today the vineyard that originally consisted of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon has flourished to further include, Pinot Noir, Tempranillo, Syrah, and Viognier.

With the addition of grandson Brendon Butler to the winemaking team, a new generation has joined the family winery, ensuring the continuation of quality winemaking.

What visitors will find at Devitt Winery is no pretension, no frills, but a fine wine experience that harkens back to the days of the small wine producers. For the Devitts it’s about growing exceptional fruit and making extraordinary wine and having a sense of humor in the bargain. So don’t be surprised that the wine list includes a Rosato called, “The Butler Did It,” a dessert wine dubbed, “When Pigs Fly, Le Petit Oink” or in tribute to a deceased pet, “Aggie Dog Red.” Despite names that are occasionally silly, the Devitt standard for wine of exceptional quality is quite serious…but also fun.

DEVITT WINERY

Devitt Winery & Vineyards 11412 Hwy 238 Jacksonville OR 97530 541-899-7511 devittwinery.com


Varietals: Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Pinot Noir, Syrah Tempranillo Viognier

LONGSWORD VINEYARD offers an unforgettable slice of Southern Oregon wine culture. Family-owned and operated, LongSword specializes in wines that are unique, complex, and enjoyable—including local favorites “Accolade” Sparkling Chardonnay and “Phrase” Pinot Noir. The LongSword family prides itself on serving exceptional wines in a relaxed, informal atmosphere that speaks to both wine aficionados and wine novices alike. Located in the heart of the Applegate Valley, LongSword’s tasting room and patio feature stunning panoramic views of the surrounding Cascade, Siskiyou, and Coastal mountain ranges, making for a truly delightful wine tasting experience.

Spring is always an exciting time at LongSword Vineyard. The warm air heralds the return of the many paragliders and hangliders who take flight from Woodrat Mountain and land in LongSword’s southern field, providing wonderful live entertainment for tasting room guests. Longer days also provide ample opportunities for guests to meet the many animals that call LongSword home, including three resident Babydoll Southdown rams, named Hawking, Einstein, and Newton.

This spring, celebrate the beginning of the season with LongSword’s Spring Launch Party on April 16th and enjoy watching the annual national Rat Race Paragliding Competition from June 18th-June 25th. See our website for more event details.

LONGSWORD VINEYARD

LongSword Vineyard 8555 Hwy 238 Jacksonville OR 97530 541-899-1746 LongSwordVineyard.com


Spring Launch Party is April 16th

Watch the annual national Rat Race Paragliding Competition from June 18th-June 25th

Varietals: Cabernet Franc Chardonnay Dolcetto Merlot Pinot Noir

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RED LILY VINEYARDS is a boutique, family-owned winery in the beautiful Applegate Valley, specializing in classic Spanish wines, including Tempranillo and Verdejo. Red Lily is named for Bolander’s Lily, a rare species of red lily growing in the nearby Siskiyou Mountains, and for the owner’s daughter, Lily.

Red Lily’s winery and tasting room are located in an idyllic setting on the banks of the Applegate River with an amazing riverside beach, the site of their popular summer concert series featuring rising local musical artists. Concerts are held every Thursday from 6-8pm beginning in June—see website for details.

Red Lily features a rustic-chic tasting room, an outdoor patio with gorgeous views of the valley, a historic 80-year-old pole barn, expansive grounds with lush grass areas (bring a blanket), lots of picnic tables, and charming nooks where you can relax and enjoy fabulous wines and food offerings.

Red Lily offers an array of Spanish-inspired wines, including their flagship Red Lily Tempranillo (2012 vintage DOUBLE GOLD at 2016 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.) The signature white wine is the Stargazer Verdejo—verdejo is a Spanish white grape relatively unknown in the U.S. that produces amazingly complex and layered wines. For something different, try the Night School port-style dessert wine, a DOUBLE GOLD and BEST OF SHOW winner at the 2015 Oregon Wine Experience.

RED LILY VINEYARDS

Red Lily Vineyards 11777 Hwy 238 Jacksonville OR 97530 541-846-6800 redlilyvineyards.com


Concerts every Thursday, 6-8pm, beginning in June

Varietals: Graciano Grenache Tempranillo Verdejo Dessert Wines

VALLEY VIEW is an iconic name in the Rogue Valley. Not only is it the name of Peter Britt’s original Jacksonville winery, circa 1858, but it also came to be the name of the first modern winery in the Rogue Valley. Founded by Frank and Ann Wisnovsky, Valley View was bonded in 1978. Using fruit from his Applegate Valley estate, planted in 1972, Wisnovsky made Bordeaux varietals up until his death in 1980 when Valley View operations were passed on to Ann and sons.

The thirty-seven-year-old winery is now operated by Mark and Michael Wisnovsky. The vineyard has more than doubled in size since the original planting and now includes Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Tempranillo, Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc, Rousanne, Chardonnay and Syrah. Wines have been made by UC Davis-trained enologist John F. Guerrero since 1985. Wines offered at the Applegate Valley Wine Pavilion in Ruch include Rogue Valley red and white blends, as well as Chardonnay, Viognier, Syrah, Tempranillo, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and a Port-style dessert wine bottled under the premium Anna Maria label.

VALLEY VIEW WINERY

Valley View Winery 1000 Upper Applegate Road Jacksonville OR 97530 541-899-8468 valleyviewwinery.com


Varietals: Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Chardonnay Pinot Noir Riesling Syrah Tempranillo Viognier

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ROSELLA’S VINEYARD & WINERY is situated on the Missouri Flat where some of the oldest vines in the Applegate Valley are found—a region known for big reds, among them award-winning Zin. The small lot production of Rosella’s is true to this tradition. Rosella’s owner and winemaker Rex Garoutte specializes in robust Cabernet and Zinfandel, as well as big red blends, all one hundred percent estate fruit. In addition to producing wines under his own label, he handcrafts specialty blends for local restaurants, including the house reds served at Medford’s Pomodori and Porter’s.

When you order a glass of Rosella’s at a restaurant, it probably came from a keg. Rosella’s takes pride in the fact that their kegged wines are the same wines that go into the bottle. If you’re planning a wedding or a large party and need wine, then come to the tasting room to find the wines you want. Rex can help you with details.

The bright and cozy tasting room invites customers to pull up a stool and join in the conversation with Rex or Sandi. If enjoying a warm afternoon is your goal, Rosella’s outside seating with vineyard and Grayback Mountain views makes for a relaxing experience. Rosella’s is also home to Spretzels, the spicy pretzel snack available for tasting and purchase.

ROSELLA'S VINEYARD & WINERY

Rosella's Vineyard & Winery 184 Missouri Flat Road Grants Pass OR 97527 541-846-6372 rosellasvineyard.com


Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Zinfandel Red wine Blend - Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, & Zinfandel White wine blend - Chardonnay & Viognier Dessert wines

PLAISANCE RANCH embodies the inspiration of Joe Ginet, grandson of a pioneering vintner of the same name who established a vineyard on Sterling Creek outside Jacksonville in the 1890’s. The original Plaisance Ranch didn’t survive the depression years due to the death of the original Joe Ginet. But in 1998, the third Joe of the Ginet family planted a new vineyard in Williams and named it after his grandfather’s estate. Originally planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and Syrah, Ginet added Mondeusé in 2001, a grape from Savoie, the region of France from which his grandfather came.

A winery with such a heritage could hardly be ordinary. One look at the slew of accolades Plaisance Ranch garnered in 2015 will convince you that indeed it is not. In addition to recognition in earlier years from Wine Spectator and Oregon Wine Press, Plaisance Ranch Pinot Noir, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Merlot and Rouge Prestige, a blend of primarily Mondeusé, all received Wine Enthusiast ratings of 90 and above. The Ginet’s also raise cattle, so don’t be surprised if you leave with a few pounds of premium beef in addition to a few bottles of exquisite wine!

Be sure and check-out Plaisance Ranch’s “Wine Down” dinner events held from Spring through Fall including one on April 22, May 27 and June 24… featuring wine, music, food and of course, fun! See the website for details.

PLAISANCE RANCH VINEYARD & WINERY

Plaisance Ranch 16955 Water Gap Rd. Williams OR 97544 541-846-7175 plaisanceranch.com

Hours: Daily, noon-6pm Closed Tuesdays

Join our email list for dates and times of our "Wine Down" events!

Varietals: Cabernet Franc Carmeneré Chardonnay Merlot Mondeusé Mourvèdre Petite Sirah Pinot Noir Sauvignon Blanc Syrah Tempranillo Viognier

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SCHMIDT FAMILY VINEYARDS was established by Cal and Judy Schmidt on the 75-acre Bennett Ranch in the Missouri Flat section of the Applegate Valley. Since 2004, their wines have received numerous awards including Gold for their 2012 Merlot at the 2016 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.

A visit to the winery is an experience for all the senses—picture a classical craftsman structure nestled in sumptuous gardens against magnificent mountain vistas and you almost have it. You’ll marvel at the casually-elegant tasting room, with its soaring ceilings, stone fireplace and expansive windows that let the outdoors inside. And, in the new barrel room mercantile, find wines for sale along with a selection of artisan clothing, jewelry, wine accessories and more.

Outside on the delightful stone patio, or on the lush, green lawn, relax with a glass of award-winning wine while enjoying an antipasto plate or a pizza or calzone from the outdoor pizza oven! And, starting in May, enjoy Friday Night Music Nights with live music until 8pm.

SCHMIDT FAMILY VINEYARDS

Schmidt Family Vineyards 330 Kubli Road Grants Pass OR 97527 541-846-9985 sfvineyards.com


Varietals: Albarino Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Chardonnay Malbec Merlot Pinot Gris Pinot Noir Riesling Roussanne Sauvignon Blanc Syrah Viognier Zinfandel

SCHULTZ WINES is the label associated with Glory Oaks Vineyard and Farm, a new venue in the Applegate Valley. Glory Oaks is a long way from Baton Rouge, Louisiana where owners Greg and Debbie Schultz took their first steps toward becoming viticulturists. Their journey began with a few classes on wine at Louisiana State University that sparked a tasting trip to Southern Oregon. It was love at first sight. Greg and Debbie stayed in Ashland for five months in 2010, volunteering as cellar hands at Weisinger Family Winery. Once they met Linda Donovan of Pallet Wine Company and discovered the custom crush option for launching a label, Schultz Wines was born.

The first bottling of Schultz Wine was a 2010 Chardonnay that won a gold medal at the 2011 World of Wine competition. 2011 was also the year Greg and Debbie moved to Oregon. Not long after, hiking the Enchanted Forest Trail, they found a “for sale” sign on the property that would become Glory Oaks. Tempranillo and Malbec are now planted and the existing ranch house has recently been converted to a tasting room offering stunning views of the vineyard and valley. The tasting room offers Pinot Noir, with fruit sourced from the Willamette Valley, and Merlot, Chardonnay, Viognier, Syrah, Pinot Gris and red dessert wine with fruit sourced from the Applegate Valley. It’s the perfect pairing—a great story and fine wines!

SCHULTZ WINES

Schultz Wines 755 Slagle Creek Rd Grants Pass OR 97527 541-414-8448 schultzwines.com

Hours: May-November, Friday & Saturday, noon-5pm December-April, Saturday, noon-5pm and by appointment

Varietals: Chardonnay Merlot Pinot gris Pinot noir Syrah Viognier

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TROON VINEYARD is located in the heart of the Applegate Valley AVA, the southernmost appellation in Oregon. Situated halfway between Grants Pass and Jacksonville, Troon Vineyard is one of the Applegate Valley Wine Trail’s most popular winery destinations. One of the first grape growers in Southern Oregon, and home to the region’s earliest planting of Zinfandel in 1972, Troon now grows ten additional varietals on 25+ planted acres including, their award-winning white varietal, Vermentino and the exceptional red varieties, Malbec and Tannat, along with Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Tempranillo.

Troon Vineyard also produces several unique blends, including Southern Oregon’s most-popular red wine blend, “Druid’s Fluid.” With a beautiful tasting room, covered stone patio, and grassy picnic area featuring bocce ball courts and life-sized chess, there’s always plenty to discover and enjoy. This April, Troon introduces a guided vineyard and winery tour, “The Grape Expedition Tour.” From April through summer and harvest season, tours are held Friday-Sunday at noon, 2pm and 4pm, offering a full behind-the-scenes look at the winemaking process and an introduction to the history of the Applegate Valley wine region and the story of Dick Troon, the man who first planted the vines in 1972. To book a tour, contact a Tasting Room Ambassador at 541-846-9900, or email [email protected].

TROON VINEYARD

Troon Vineyard 1475 Kubli Road Grants Pass OR 97527 541-846-9900 troonvineyard.com


“The Grape Expedition Tour” April through harvest season, Friday-Sunday at noon, 2pm and 4pm. Call or email to book tour.

Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon Malbec Syrah Tannat Tempranillo Vermentino Zinfandel

SERRA VINEYARDS winery & tasting room sits on an 80-acre estate located on the Applegate Valley's famed Kubli Bench. With over 30 acres under vine, Krissa and Scott Fernandes annually produce 1000+ cases of wine showcasing estate-grown Viognier, Pinot Noir, Tempranillo, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Syrah. The result, as expressed by the array of medals Serra Vineyards wines receive from both national and international wine competitions throughout the year, is a flight of medal-winning wines for all of our guests!

Open 7 days-a-week, year-round, Serra Vineyards is a picnic, pet and family-friendly destination with legendary views of the vineyards below and the infinite, surrounding mountain ranges. Serra Vineyards boasts one of the most spectacular settings in Southern Oregon and one of the nicest patio decks in the Applegate Valley! Offering something for everyone, come enjoy our local artisan marketplace, local craft brews, regular foodie flights & instant picnic menu!

As Serra Vineyards is a must-see on your winery tour, we invite you to come experience our award-winning wines enhanced by true Southern Oregon hospitality.

SERRA VINEYARDS

Serra Vineyards 222 Missouri Flat Road Grants Pass OR 97527 541-846-9223 serravineyards.com


Varietals: Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Malbec Merlot Pinot Noir Tempranillo Syrah Viognier

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WOOLDRIDGE CREEK WINERY & CRUSHPAD CREAMERY is home to a winery, vineyard and a creamery. And, it’s a story about a place, a partnership and a plan. The place is a hillside vineyard deep in the Applegate Valley winegrowing region of Southern Oregon. The partnership arose between the couple who planted the vineyard back in 1977 and the couple who wanted to add a winery to that vineyard. The plan came together in 2005 when the winery was built and Wooldridge Creek vineyard became Wooldridge Creek Vineyard and Winery.

The great thing is this: the formation of the Wooldridge Creek team has stood the test of time. It continues to make sense and make exceptional vintages. The original 18-acre vineyard has expanded to 56, planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Viognier, Gewurztraminer, Zinfandel, Malbec, Riesling and Tempranillo. The two couples are still committed to the vision that brought them together. And the plan has succeeded beyond belief.

The sustainably-designed winery is situated in one of the Applegate Valley’s most pristine settings, offering unparalleled mountain and valley views—the perfect spot to gather with friends or to enjoy an intimate picnic on the expansive lawn. And today, along with its fine wines, visitors can now sample cheeses from Wooldridge Creek’s CrushPad Creamery...the first combined winery and creamery in Oregon!

WOOLDRIDGE CREEK WINERY & CRUSHPAD CREAMERY

Wooldridge Creek Winery & CrushPad Creamery 818 Slagle Creek Road Grants Pass OR 97527 541-846-6364 wcwinery.com


Varietals: Cabernet Chardonnay Gewurztraminer Malbec Merlot Pinot Noir Riesling Sauvignon Syrah Tempranillo Viognier Zinfandel

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The Umpqua ValleyYour Wine Country Destination

The Umpqua Valley, known as Oregon’s oldest fine wine region, has now been given the distinction as one of the “top ten wine country destinations” and made its mark on the wine world map. This special valley is comprised of one-hundred valleys and is home to more than two dozen wineries.

The number of awards bestowed on the wines has cast a golden glow over this AVA. Within the borders of two mountain ranges, the Coastal Mountains to the west, and to the east by the Cascades, are a range of wines that have proven these vintages are winners.

The year 2015 was a good one with the Brandborg Winery of Elkton being named “Winery of the Year” by the Wine Press Northwest. The Great Northwest Wine Competition recognized Umpqua Valley wines from Albarino to Tempranillo with awards from double gold to bronze. The 2016 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition also garnered gold, silver and bronze awards for the wines of the region. International recognition went to Reustle-Prayer Rock for their 2012 Syrah awarded “Best of the New World.”

As you taste your way through a wine country tour, you will discover what gives this region its distinction as a top destination. Below an endless blue sky stretches out a green valley, sixty-five miles long, north to south, encompassing rivers, waterfalls and vineyards with a history as complex as Oregon and bringing Old World winemaking to New World style wines.

www.umpquavalleywineries.org

“Coolest, Cool Climate Varietals”2015 Oregon Winery of the Year

Daily 11am-5pm brandborgwine.com345 First St, Elkton (541) 584-2870

Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, GewürztraminerOpen Daily 11am-5pm riversedgewinery.com

1395 River Dr, Elkton (541) 584-2357

Complimentary Tastings, Yurt, Grounds Tours, Weddings & Events. Open June-Nov.

11am-5pm Wed-Sun bradleyvineyards.com 1000 Azalea Dr, Elkton (541) 584-2888

Distinctive wines expressing this unique region.Served in a yurt at the vineyard.

11am-5pm W-Sun, May-Oct anindor.com1171 Vintage Dr, Elkton (541) 584-2637

Located in a historic farm house. Easy access off I-5 at exit 150. Champagne and wines from Red Hill AVA. Sat-Sun 12pm-6pm

1876 John Long Rd, Oakland (541) 849-3300

Out of this world wines in an elegant gallery setting. Rhone & Bordeaux blends.

W-Sun 11am-5pm Mar-Dec marshannelanding.com175 Hogan Rd, Oakland (541) 459-7998

Triple Oak Wine Vault in Historic Oakland Events, Art, Like us on FB. Open Fri 1pm-

6pm, Sat & Sun 12pm-5pm also by appt.137 NE Locust St, Oakland (541) 459-4287

Hillside family owned & operated winery & vine-yard. Wines from our vines. Scenic picnic area.

Open 11am-5pm W-Sun Mar-Dec1310 Misty Oaks Ln, Oakland (541) 459-3558

Come visit your family friendly winery. RV, kids & dogs welcome.

Open daily 11am-5pm henryestate.com687 Hubbard Creek Rd, Umpqua (800) 782-2686

Elegant wine cave! Experience award winning wines paired with appetizers.

Tue-Sat 10am-5pm reustlevineyards.com960 Cal Henry Rd, Roseburg (541) 459-6060

Estate grown and produced dry-farmed wines. Dog friendly. Open daily 11am-5pm

(Closed weekdays in Jan) beckerwine.com360 Klahowya Ln, Roseburg (541) 677-0288

“Coolest, Cool Climate Varietals”“Coolest, Cool Climate Varietals”

Out of this world wines in an elegant gallery

Hillside family owned & operated winery & vine-

Come visit your family friendly winery.

Elegant wine cave! Experience award winning

Estate grown and produced dry-farmed wines.

Come For The Wine - Stay For The View. Kid Friendly.Open Thurs-Sun 12pm-7pm Apr-Dec

cooperridgevineyard.com 1389 Old Garden Valley Rd, Roseburg (541) 671-2373

Big Oregon reds here! Claret, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petite Sirah, Tempranillo, Malbec,

& much more. Open daily 11am-5pm491 Winery Ln, Roseburg (541) 679-9654

Umpqua’s first urban winery and downtown tasting room. Gourmet picnic items. Let us help plan

your day. Daily 11am-5pm609 SE Pine Street, Roseburg (541) 673-2280

Celebrating Two Decades of TrailblazingTours, Private Tastings, RV Open Daily Jun-Oct

11am-6pm, Nov-May 11am-5pm abacela.com12500 Lookingglass Rd, Roseburg (541) 679-6642

Estate grown grapes! Take some time to taste our wine. Scenic picnic area. Open W-Sun

11am-5pm March-Nov freedvineyard.com430 Hooten Road, Winston 808-497-3861

Big Oregon reds here! Claret, Cabernet Sauvignon,

Est. 1971. Enjoy Old-World charm in a fun atmosphere at one of Oregon’s oldest wineries. Open daily 11am-5pm girardetwine.com895 Reston Rd, Roseburg (541) 679-7252

Enjoy Old-World charm and a friendly conversation. Open daily 11am-5pm

chateaunonchalantvineyards.com1329 Larson Rd, Roseburg (541) 679-2394

Taste History. Oregon’s oldest estate winery, birthplace of Pinot and state historic site. Not

Sold In Stores. Daily 11am-5pm240 Vineyard Lane, Roseburg (541) 673-3709

Scenic views, great gifts, picnic area!Enjoy great times with our great wines! Open daily 11am-5pm (not major holidays)885 Melqua Rd, Roseburg (541) 672-6080

Native yeast winemaking! Estate grown, hand-crafted wines. Classic reds. Picnics, RVs, views.Open daily 11am-5pm delfinowines.com3829 Colonial Rd, Roseburg (541) 673-7575

Native yeast winemaking! Estate grown, hand-

Offering wines produced through the college program. Tasting Room Open: Fri 1-6pm

Sat 12-5pm all year & Sun 12-5pm Apr-Oct 1140 Umpqua College Rd, Roseburg 541-440-7904

Everything Under the Sun. Rich Reds & Elegant Whites! Open daily 11am-5pm

May 22-Aug 30 & by Appt. seasoncellars.com305 Melrose Rd., Roseburg (541) 784-7831

Vintage 1928 home & patio. Wine Club, speak-easy, monthly events. Open by appointment and some holidays evensongwinery.com

981 Old Garden Valley Rd., Roseburg (541)-530-3551

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The Umpqua ValleyYour Wine Country Destination

The Umpqua Valley, known as Oregon’s oldest fine wine region, has now been given the distinction as one of the “top ten wine country destinations” and made its mark on the wine world map. This special valley is comprised of one-hundred valleys and is home to more than two dozen wineries.

The number of awards bestowed on the wines has cast a golden glow over this AVA. Within the borders of two mountain ranges, the Coastal Mountains to the west, and to the east by the Cascades, are a range of wines that have proven these vintages are winners.

The year 2015 was a good one with the Brandborg Winery of Elkton being named “Winery of the Year” by the Wine Press Northwest. The Great Northwest Wine Competition recognized Umpqua Valley wines from Albarino to Tempranillo with awards from double gold to bronze. The 2016 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition also garnered gold, silver and bronze awards for the wines of the region. International recognition went to Reustle-Prayer Rock for their 2012 Syrah awarded “Best of the New World.”

As you taste your way through a wine country tour, you will discover what gives this region its distinction as a top destination. Below an endless blue sky stretches out a green valley, sixty-five miles long, north to south, encompassing rivers, waterfalls and vineyards with a history as complex as Oregon and bringing Old World winemaking to New World style wines.

www.umpquavalleywineries.org

“Coolest, Cool Climate Varietals”2015 Oregon Winery of the Year

Daily 11am-5pm brandborgwine.com345 First St, Elkton (541) 584-2870

Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, GewürztraminerOpen Daily 11am-5pm riversedgewinery.com

1395 River Dr, Elkton (541) 584-2357

Complimentary Tastings, Yurt, Grounds Tours, Weddings & Events. Open June-Nov.

11am-5pm Wed-Sun bradleyvineyards.com 1000 Azalea Dr, Elkton (541) 584-2888

Distinctive wines expressing this unique region.Served in a yurt at the vineyard.

11am-5pm W-Sun, May-Oct anindor.com1171 Vintage Dr, Elkton (541) 584-2637

Located in a historic farm house. Easy access off I-5 at exit 150. Champagne and wines from Red Hill AVA. Sat-Sun 12pm-6pm

1876 John Long Rd, Oakland (541) 849-3300

Out of this world wines in an elegant gallery setting. Rhone & Bordeaux blends.

W-Sun 11am-5pm Mar-Dec marshannelanding.com175 Hogan Rd, Oakland (541) 459-7998

Triple Oak Wine Vault in Historic Oakland Events, Art, Like us on FB. Open Fri 1pm-

6pm, Sat & Sun 12pm-5pm also by appt.137 NE Locust St, Oakland (541) 459-4287

Hillside family owned & operated winery & vine-yard. Wines from our vines. Scenic picnic area.

Open 11am-5pm W-Sun Mar-Dec1310 Misty Oaks Ln, Oakland (541) 459-3558

Come visit your family friendly winery. RV, kids & dogs welcome.

Open daily 11am-5pm henryestate.com687 Hubbard Creek Rd, Umpqua (800) 782-2686

Elegant wine cave! Experience award winning wines paired with appetizers.

Tue-Sat 10am-5pm reustlevineyards.com960 Cal Henry Rd, Roseburg (541) 459-6060

Estate grown and produced dry-farmed wines. Dog friendly. Open daily 11am-5pm

(Closed weekdays in Jan) beckerwine.com360 Klahowya Ln, Roseburg (541) 677-0288

“Coolest, Cool Climate Varietals”“Coolest, Cool Climate Varietals”

Out of this world wines in an elegant gallery

Hillside family owned & operated winery & vine-

Come visit your family friendly winery.

Elegant wine cave! Experience award winning

Estate grown and produced dry-farmed wines.

Come For The Wine - Stay For The View. Kid Friendly.Open Thurs-Sun 12pm-7pm Apr-Dec

cooperridgevineyard.com 1389 Old Garden Valley Rd, Roseburg (541) 671-2373

Big Oregon reds here! Claret, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petite Sirah, Tempranillo, Malbec,

& much more. Open daily 11am-5pm491 Winery Ln, Roseburg (541) 679-9654

Umpqua’s first urban winery and downtown tasting room. Gourmet picnic items. Let us help plan

your day. Daily 11am-5pm609 SE Pine Street, Roseburg (541) 673-2280

Celebrating Two Decades of TrailblazingTours, Private Tastings, RV Open Daily Jun-Oct

11am-6pm, Nov-May 11am-5pm abacela.com12500 Lookingglass Rd, Roseburg (541) 679-6642

Estate grown grapes! Take some time to taste our wine. Scenic picnic area. Open W-Sun

11am-5pm March-Nov freedvineyard.com430 Hooten Road, Winston 808-497-3861

Big Oregon reds here! Claret, Cabernet Sauvignon,

Est. 1971. Enjoy Old-World charm in a fun atmosphere at one of Oregon’s oldest wineries. Open daily 11am-5pm girardetwine.com895 Reston Rd, Roseburg (541) 679-7252

Enjoy Old-World charm and a friendly conversation. Open daily 11am-5pm

chateaunonchalantvineyards.com1329 Larson Rd, Roseburg (541) 679-2394

Taste History. Oregon’s oldest estate winery, birthplace of Pinot and state historic site. Not

Sold In Stores. Daily 11am-5pm240 Vineyard Lane, Roseburg (541) 673-3709

Scenic views, great gifts, picnic area!Enjoy great times with our great wines! Open daily 11am-5pm (not major holidays)885 Melqua Rd, Roseburg (541) 672-6080

Native yeast winemaking! Estate grown, hand-crafted wines. Classic reds. Picnics, RVs, views.Open daily 11am-5pm delfinowines.com3829 Colonial Rd, Roseburg (541) 673-7575

Native yeast winemaking! Estate grown, hand-

Offering wines produced through the college program. Tasting Room Open: Fri 1-6pm

Sat 12-5pm all year & Sun 12-5pm Apr-Oct 1140 Umpqua College Rd, Roseburg 541-440-7904

Everything Under the Sun. Rich Reds & Elegant Whites! Open daily 11am-5pm

May 22-Aug 30 & by Appt. seasoncellars.com305 Melrose Rd., Roseburg (541) 784-7831

Vintage 1928 home & patio. Wine Club, speak-easy, monthly events. Open by appointment and some holidays evensongwinery.com

981 Old Garden Valley Rd., Roseburg (541)-530-3551

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ecent events speak to the growth of Southern Oregon’s reputation as a wine-producing region poised to take its place among the world’s most

distinguished.The February 2016 edition of Wine Enthusiast named Ashland one of the “10

Best Wine Travel Destinations” in the world. Acclaimed wine columnist Paul Gregutt, who penned the description of Ashland’s viticultural, culinary and other delights, did so with a broad stroke that also applauded the whole Southern Oregon wine-producing region.

In a Southern Oregon Winery Association (SOWA) press release reacting to the Wine Enthusiast article, Association President Michael Donovan stated, “Ashland and Southern Oregon’s listing as a top wine travel destination is a wonderful testament to the dedication, tenacity, and hard work of Southern Oregon grape growers, winemakers, and wine fans … We are honored by this recognition and thrilled that more people will come to understand the uniqueness of Southern Oregon’s extended growing season that allows us to grow more varietals…than almost anywhere in the world.”

Immediately following the Wine Enthusiast news, twenty-eight students in the Viticulture and Enology Department of the University of California, Davis spent the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday weekend experiencing Southern Oregon first-hand by touring wineries in the Rogue and Applegate Valleys. John Pratt, President of the Rogue Valley Winegrower’s Association along with SOWA Board member Tim Vevoda, hosted the group on visits to DANCIN Vineyards, Quady North, Barrel 42, Kriselle Cellars, Cowhorn Vineyards, Red Lily Vineyards, Woodridge Creek Winery and Plaisance Ranch. Meeting with the students at Belle Fiore Winery on the final day of their visit, Donovan expressed the hope that many of these future winemakers might return this summer as winery interns.

In late January, the Oregon Tempranillo Alliance convened the first-ever Oregon Tempranillo Celebration at the Ashland Hills Hotel, a lively event that attracted 75 growers, winemakers and proponents of the variety Paul Gregutt called the “defining grape” of our region.”

Tempranillo refers to a wine grape and its red wine varietal produced principally in the Rioja and Ribera del Duero regions of northern Spain. Tempranillo has the fourth-largest planted acreage among wine grapes world-wide. From 2000 to 2010, Tempranillo acreage expanded faster than any other variety.

Earl Jones, founder of Abacela Winery in the Umpqua Valley, pioneered Tempranillo production in Oregon, planting his original four-acre vineyard in 1995. By 2014, Jones reported, there were 57 Tempranillo producers in Oregon and that its planted area had expanded to 344 acres, producing a harvest of 839 tons and an economic impact of $9 million.

Randy Caparoso, the wine expert who led the analytical tastings at the Celebration, observed that Oregon has the opportunity to become known as the premier Tempranillo producing region in North America.

UC Davis students visit Belle Fiore Winery

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