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Tips for Everyone #1 1. Try a wine from a region you are not familiar with
2. Try a grape that you are not familiar with or try a grape you know that is grown in a completely different region than what you are used to
3. Don’t go for the ‘big name’ producers just based on the name
4. Don’t rely on the ratings from the wine magazines. If you want to buy it, do so and try it.
5. Never buy the least expensive wine on a restaurant wine list. You find the greater values in the $60-$90 range
6. Share all your wine ‘discovery’ and knowledge with your friends |
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Featured Vineyards & Farms
Inspired by the Rogue Valley’s natural beauty and bounty, RoxyAnn Winery was founded in 2002 at the historic Hillcrest Orchard in east Medford that has been bearing fruit for over 100 years. Today, RoxyAnn Winery handcrafts bold and exciting wines that possess tremendous color, complexity and depth of flavor. Our winemaking relies upon a balanced and gentle process that fully expresses the unique attributes of the vineyard in our wines. RoxyAnn's extraordinary vineyard is located on the southwest slopes of Roxy Ann Peak; where the property's shallow, limestone-clay soils and southern solar exposure is ideally suited to producing Cabernet sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet franc, Grenache, Tempranillo, Viognier and Syrah.
Our family owned and operated winery showcases handcrafted winery limited production wines from our own Estate grown fruit. At Agate Ridge we welcome you to taste our premium wines, relax in our charming gardens and enjoy our warm hospitality.
Bridgeview, one of Oregon’s largest wineries, produces moderately priced, gracious wines in the varietals of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Viognier, Chardonnay and Riesling. Most of the grapes are grown on our 85-acre, estate vineyard in the Illinois Valley and our 80-acre Applegate Valley vineyard.
At Crater Lake Cellars, we are producers of hand picked and hand crafted wines, from the Southern Oregon appellation. Each of our wines are produced in small case lots, hand picked, hand sorted and lovingly babysat to fruition.
Del Rio, located just outside Gold Hill on the beautiful Rogue River, is an estate vineyard and winery with over 210 acres of producing vines. Originally this property was a stage coach stop, transformed to a pear orchard in the 1920's and in the late 1990's became a vineyard, thus preserving agriculture in the Rogue Valley. This site of primary southern facing slopes grows 13 different varietals. Many are sold to premium wineries in the state along with Del Rio's own estate wine that can be sampled in the Historical Stage Coach Hotel, built in 1864.
Located on the beautiful and historic property of Eden Valley Orchards, birthplace of the pear industry in the Northwest. EdenVale Winery produces national award-winning wines including Cabernet Franc, Tempranillo, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Viognier, white and red blends.
Our commitment to the art of wine begins with the care of our estate vineyard and extends to the relationships we cultivate with growers farming some of the finest hillside vineyards in the warm, dry climate of the Rogue Valley. Gentle winemaking and personal attention to a very limited production allow us to offer wines of unique character, finesse, and longevity.
You can find it all at Schmidt Family Vineyards located in the Beautiful Applegate Valley.
The Rogue Appellation Garagiste Society (RAGS) was conceived and organized by a group of southern Oregon small production vintners in late 2005. Like the French Garagistes we are limited production viticulturist and vintners. RAGS members are committed to perfection and detail, in our wines and vineyards, for the best expression of variety, site, and vine management. We expect high quality and share a responsibility to our region and state for accepting only the best.
Troon Vineyard is an internationally recognized, award winning, boutique winery, with a team dedicated to the pursuit of "good times and fine wines." Located in the viticultural heart of the Applegate Valley, the winery and vineyard are set on a beautiful 98 acre property with breathtaking panoramic views.
Weisinger's signature tastes come from exceptional grapes grown in the the Rogue Valley-the heart of Southern Oregon. Lush fruits are the natural expression of our local soil, climate and vines. Slowly ripened, the grapes develop rich unique flavors and aromas. We blend grape varietals in small quantities using the best French, American, and Hungarian oak barrels. The resulting award-winning wines convey remarkable flavors of Rogue Valley vineyards. Please come and experience the romance and charm of our Southern Oregon Vineyard and Winery.
Vineyards & Farms
Ashland Vineyards and Winery
2775 East Main Street
Ashland, OR 97520
Phone: 541 488-0088
www.winenet.com If you are looking for award-winning, affordably priced, ultra-premium wine, then look no further! Our winery has the distinction of being the only Oregon winery to have all of its wines highest rated in the state by Wine Spectator, including a "World's Best Merlot". Meet and talk with the owner who takes pride in exemplifying the most enjoyable, informative, educational, and friendly experience that a wine tasting room has to offer. We call the experience "An Adventure In Wine" that only Ashland Vineyards and Winery can provide. Group tours are always welcome by advance appointment.
Tasting room open from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.
Bear Creek Winery
6220 Caves Highway
Cave Junction, OR 97523
Phone: 541 892-3977
www.sv-wine.com Welcome to the Bear Creek Winery website. Bear Creek is the home of one of the oldest vineyards in Oregon, the former Siskiyou Vineyards Winery, and was planted in 1969 with Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon and Gewürztraminer. These wines are again available under the Siskiyou Vineyard label. The first wines produced under the Bear Creek label include unique Bordeaux varietals.
Tasting room open from noon to 5 p.m. daily in summer. Call for off-season hours.
Cliff Creek Winery
1015 McDonough Rd.
Gold Hill, OR 97525
Phone: 541-855-9819
Devitt Winery & Vineyard
11412 Highway 238
Jacksonville, OR 97530
Phone: 541 899-7511
www.devittwinery.com The tasting room and winery is centrally located between Medford and Grants Pass on Highway 238 (between mile marker 21 & 22). Just a short drive from historic Jacksonville and world famous Ashland.
When the sign is out, our tasting room is OPEN, so come on in, or let us know you're coming and we'll be sure to have the sign out.
Foris Vineyards Winery
654 Kendall Road
Cave Junction, OR 97523
Phone: 800 843-6747
www.foriswine.com A visit to our winery explains our choice for the name FORIS. Latin for "out of doors", foris conveys the mood of the flowing rivers and lush, fir-covered Siskiyou Mountains which surround our vineyards.
Tasting room open from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. daily.
Jacksonville Vineyards
9730 Highway 238
Jacksonville, OR 97530
Phone: 541-899-6923
www.jacksonvillevineyards.com Our vineyards and our wines represent the pioneering spirit of men like William Matney, who more than 100 years ago settled the Applegate Valley and built the West. Their search for riches in gold more often became a life of toil and more humble lives farming. William built his own homestead here on this land in 1897.
Tasting room open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays.
John Michael Champagne Cellars
1425 Humbug Creek Road
Applegate, OR 97530
Phone: 541-846-0810
Located in the Applegate Valley wine country. A boutique winery producing limited, award winning, estate bottled, premium champagne and still wines. This appellation produces wines of intense character and complexity. We specialize in private label champagne, and wines for celebrations and events. On-site catering for events and weddings.
Tasting room open noon to 5 p.m. Saturday (Sunday in summer), or by appointment.
Longsword Vineyard
8555 Hwy 238
Jacksonville, OR 97530
Phone: 541 899-1746
www.longswordvineyard.com Longsword Vineyard is located at 8555 HWY 238, Ruch, Oregon. Ruch is located in the Applegate Valley AVA, a sub-appellation of the Rogue Valley AVA of southern Oregon. It is a 21.9-acre property containing a 10 acre Chardonnay vineyard. The vineyard was planted in 1982. This location has gravelly loam soils in both the Ruch and Foehlin soil series. The land is fertile and well drained. It is a southern faced gently sloping property that ends at a seasonal creek, Forest Creek.
Rising Sun Farms
5126 South Pacific Hwy
Phoenix, OR 97540
Phone: 800 888-0795
www.risingsunfarms.com Here you will find the nuts and bolts of Rising Sun Farms. However, the nuts and bolts only hold the parts of our company together. We would like you to take a moment to understand our company from its inception, the building and philosophy behind Rising Sun Farms.
Rosella's Vineyard
184 Missouri Flat Road
Grants Pass, OR 97527
Phone: 541 846-6372
www.rosellasvineyard.com We purchased the vineyard in 1998, looking for a lifestyle change. It was an opportunity to do something Rex had always dreamed of. Rex came from a farming background. When he was a boy he farmed his Grandparents farm in Yakima, Wa where they grew concord grapes for Welch's grape juice. With the loss of his mother due to breast cancer, we dedicated the vineyard and winery in her name: Rosella. We grow 5 varietals-Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay and new plantings of Zinfandel and Syrah. It is our desire to grow the best fruit possible and to produce quality wines from that fruit. So, the next time you are in Southern Oregon, come see us along the Applegate Valley Wine Trail!
Valley View Winery
1000 Upper Applegate Road
Jacksonville, OR 97530
Phone: 541 899-8468
www.valleyviewwinery.com Southern Oregon's Premier Winery!
Established first in the 1850's, Valley View Winery produces a variety of wines which will please every palate. The Anna Maria label, which represents the finest wines we make, is available in only the best vintages. The Valley View label represents premium quality wines at very affordable prices. Browse our site to learn about us, view our wines, plan your visit, and order wines directly through our Web site.
Wine tasting from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. daily.
Wooldridge Creek Winery
818 Slagle Creek Rd
Grants Pass, OR 97527
Phone: 541 846-6364
www.wcwinery.com Wooldridge Creek Winery is located in the heart of the Applegate River Valley in Southern Oregon. The winery and vineyards are located on a rolling hillside overlooking the Applegate River Valley. The first grapevines were planted at Wooldridge Creek in the 1970s. Our vineyard has now expanded to 56 acres planted in twelve varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Viognier, Sangiovese, Zinfandel, Malbec, Petit Verdot and Tempranillo.
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