Effervescent Flavors to Try

Intro:
Southern Oregon’s sparkling wine scene is bubbling over with creativity—from traditional méthode champenoise to playful pét-nats. These wineries offer crisp, celebratory sips perfect for brunches, sunny vineyard afternoons, or dinner under the stars.

Why It’s Fun:

• A mix of classic sparkling and natural pétillant styles
• Brunch-ready flavors and light food pairings
• Vineyard vistas and patio-friendly hospitality
• BYO cheese boards or catch a seasonal food truck

Featured Tasting Destinations:

1. Valley View Winery
   📍 1000 Upper Applegate Rd, Jacksonville, OR 97530
   One of the valley’s original wineries, offering a delightful sparkling Chardonnay alongside classics.
   Try: Sparkling Chardonnay (~$28)
   Tasting: Mon–Thu 11–5, Fri–Sat 11–6, Sun 11–5; flights $15 (waived with two-bottle purchase)
   🌐 valleyviewwinery.com
2. LongSword Vineyard
   📍 8555 OR‑238, Jacksonville, OR 97530
   Charming family-run estate known for its crisp sparkling preparation and scenic views.
   Try: Sparkling Chardonnay (~$28–35)
   Tasting: $15–20; check hours on they site
   🌐 longswordvineyard.com
3. Wanderlust Vineyard
   📍 1000 Kubli Rd, Grants Pass, OR 97527
   A boutique Applegate Valley vineyard with Rhône varietals and a sparkling Viognier to elevate any occasion.
   Try: Sparkling Viognier (~$30)—bright, aromatic fizz
   Tasting: Reservations required; check website for hours
   🌐 wanderlustvines.com longswordvineyard.com+7applegatevalley.wine+7sfvineyards.com+7redlilyvineyards.com
4. Cowhorn Vineyard & Garden
   📍 1665 Eastside Rd, Jacksonville, OR 97530
   Biodynamic experts with a natural sparkling white that beautifully complements their Rhône lineup.
   Try: Petite Sparkling White (~$32)
   Tasting: Thu–Sun 11–4; $15–25
   🌐 cowhornwine.com
5. Troon Vineyard
   📍 1475 Kubli Rd, Grants Pass, OR 97527
   A biodynamic estate offering Pétillant Tannat — a bold, tannic sparkling red unlike anything else.
   Try: Pétillant Tannat (~$35)
   Tasting: Daily 11–5; guided tastings $60–80
   🌐 troonvineyard.com
6. Schmidt Family Vineyards
   📍 330 Kubli Rd, Grants Pass, OR 97527
   Their sparkling Riesling cuvée is perfect for warm afternoons and friendly gatherings.
   Try: Sparkling Riesling (~$30)
   Tasting: Tue–Sat 12–5; Fri until 8
   🌐 sfvineyards.com