Vibrant is the best way to describe Dancin Vineyards because not only does the word portray the scenery you will discover at this winery, but the wine that comes forth from a glass of their wine. One must-try the Cabernet Franc and the Claret. They have two tasting rooms, one in the Rogue Valley and the other in the Willamette Valley. The Garvin Family has been producing wine since the 1990s. Known for its big reds, the winery creates wines in what they call a traditional French style. One must-try the Albariño and Sangiovese. They create very balanced old-world style wines. It is the inspiration of Sean Hopkins and Tom Homewood that is the driving force behind Awen Winecraft. Probably the smallest producer in this group, Awen, which is a Celtic word that describes poetic inspiration. One must-try the Pinot Gris with its marvelous layers and complexity. Anchor Valley is not just a winery it is a lifestyle brand with a line of clothing. They provide a fun and relaxing atmosphere at their tasting room in Jacksonville without sacrificing the integrity of their wine. Their goal is to open the door a bit wider by welcoming everyone. It could be the style or character of the wine, branding, or appearance of the tasting room.Īshley Cates describes her winery as an edgy brand, but when you learn the extensive wine background behind this boutique winery, you find she and her husband Matt create wines accentuating the expression of the terroir. The same diversity you find climate, soils, and varieties can also be seen in the wineries. Three regions define this AVA, Bear Creek Valley and the Illinois Valley and Applegate Valley, which is a sub-AVA of the Rogue Valley, established in 2000. It is 70 miles wide and 60 miles long and lies within Jackson and Josephine Counties. The Rogue Valley AVA was established in 1991 as part of the Southern Oregon AVA. White varieties include Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, and Viognier. The red varieties most commonly planted are Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Tempranillo, and Malbec. These different soils type allow for many varieties. The soils vary throughout the AVA and include metamorphic, sedimentary, volcanic, sandy loam, and hard clay. Because the rainfall is moderate, the Rogue Valley is dry compared to those wine regions located closer to the coast. The climatic difference between the AVAs in the western areas of Oregon, like the Willamette Valley, is the rain shadow effect caused by the closeness of the Cascades and Siskiyous. It is a hidden wine gem that beckons one to explore. This diversity and the other local recreational and cultural activities make this wine region a very special place to visit. The Rogue Valley AVA is not as well-known as the Willamette Valley but more diverse because of the climate and amount of varieties produced. A trip to the area must include the quaint town of Jacksonville, a national historic landmark, whose heyday was during the Gold Rush and now home to the Britt Festival, an open-air music festival.įrom these cities, one can experience all the Rogue Valley has to offer, including Crater Lake, the wineries, other natural wonders, including many waterfalls and its numerous outdoor activities. Grants Pass is known for its whitewater rafting. It is also home to the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, where people come year after year to see an eclectic assortment of live theater. Ashland is known for its Lithia springs, the healing thermal waters. The downtown area has been revitalized to offer lots of trendy restaurants, wine bars, art galleries, and theaters. Medford is the largest of the three and home to Harry and David, a food and gift producer that began operating in 1910. The weather is mild, making it an ideal spot to grow grapes. The Cascade Mountains on the east, the Siskiyou Mountains on the north, and Southern Oregon Coast Range separate the area from the coast. The valley lies along the Rogue River and its tributaries. Three towns, Medford, Ashland, and Grants Pass, garner the largest population in the area. The Rogue Valley is located in southern Oregon. Listen or download the podcast on, ,, or. BIG BLEND RADIO INTERVIEW: Eli Matthews of Travel Medford and travel writer Cori Solomon discuss Southern Oregon’s Rogue Valley Wine Country.
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