Selecting and Pairing the Perfect Summer White Wine
by Candice Hjärta As we welcome summer with its warm embrace and vibrant sunshine, a glass of chilled white wine grows more alluring than ever.…
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Umpqua Valley Winegrowers Association Appoints Tracy Covington as Executive Director
ROSEBURG, Ore. – April 1, 2026 – The Umpqua Valley Winegrowers Association (UVWA) has appointed Tracy Covington as its executive director, succeeding Ali Rodgers, who…
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Abacela Winery Wins Top Honors at the 55th Annual Greatest of the Grape
More than 400 guests celebrate Umpqua Valley wines at Oregon’s longest-running wine event Photo Caption: From Left to Right, MC Jay Couron, HillCrest Vineyard’s Hanna…
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Debunking Wine Myths
Wine culture is riddled with myths, some of which are believed by everyday drinkers and seasoned pros alike. Here in the Umpqua Valley, we believe…
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Thanksgiving Wine & Food Pairing Suggestions
Are you looking for some local Umpqua Valley wines to pair with your Thanksgiving feast? We have you covered! See below for some delicious wine… -
Simply Sublime: The Origins of American Grüner Veltliner
By Jack Costa Reustle-Prayer Rock Vineyards marks 20 years since introducing America’s first Grüner Veltliner. We all remember our first date. Our first car (it… -
What did Ancient Wine Taste Like?
By Jack Costa An article published by the VinePair website recently claimed that scientists had officially discovered what ancient wine tasted like: “Archaeologists Uncover How… -
Wine Tasting 101
A beginner’s guide to tasting and evaluating wine You don’t need to read a lot of books or hire a sommelier to enjoy wine like… -
How Oregon Pinot Noir Began
Back to the Future of Wine: The Richard Sommer Story Written by Jack Costa. The Umpqua Valley is known as the birthplace of Pinot Noir… -
Exploring the Varieties of Oregon’s Pinot Noir Wines
By: Becky Garrison Article published in The Grapevine Magazine In 1961, Richard Sommer planted pinot noir vines along with other varieties at the HillCrest…
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The Growth of Baco Noir Grapes in Oregon’s Umpqua Valley
The Growth of Baco Noir Grapes in Oregon’s Umpqua Valley
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Wine Enthusiast Magazine Highlights Southern Oregon Pinot Noir
Southern Oregon by Michael Alberty, April 2024 The Umpqua Valley lies within the Southern Oregon appellation, and has been featured in the April 2024 issue of…
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Oregon Stands Out Throughout Pinot Gris Tasting
Great Northwest Wine, Summer 2022 It’s no surprise that Oregon stood out in this comparative tasting of Pinot Gris, which not coincidentally showcased a number…
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The Ultimate Guide to Oregon’s Umpqua Valley AVA
Sip Magazine, by Kerry Newberry | Feb 9, 2022 Of all the postcard-worthy wine country landscapes in Oregon, there’s a singular pocket that appeals to those who have…
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Malbec: Southern Oregon’s Rising Star
wine-searcher.com | By W. Blake Gray | March 20, 2021 Oregon is famous for Pinot Noir, but US editor W. Blake Gray argues it has another strong…
