Sip with a View
Intro:
Discover Southern Oregon’s most breathtaking vineyard vistas while savoring wines that reflect their region. This trail takes you to tasting destinations built for epic sunset moments—from hillside perches to riverside decks.
Why It’s Fun:
- Wine paired with panoramic views of valleys, hills, and rivers
- Ideal for photo-worthy tastings during golden hour
- Relaxed outdoor seating among the vines
- Perfect for romantic getaways or solo escape days
1. Troon Vineyard
📍 1475 Kubli Rd, Grants Pass, OR 97527
Perched above Applegate Valley with sweeping views, Troon specializes in biodynamic reds and whites.
Try: Estate Tannat (~$75), structured and spice-rich
Tasting: Daily 11–5 p.m.; guided tastings $60–80
🌐 troonvineyard.com
2. Valley View Winery
📍 1000 Upper Applegate Rd, Jacksonville, OR 97530
Set on a ridge, this estate offers sweeping valley views and refined reds and sparklers.
Try: Cabernet Franc (~$32)
Tasting: Mon–Thu 11–5; Fri–Sat 11–6; Sun 11–5; flights $15 (waived with bottle purchase)
🌐 valleyviewwinery.com
3. Wooldridge Creek Winery
📍 818 Slagle Creek Rd, Grants Pass, OR 97526
Hillside winery with vineyard-view seating and estate-grown reds.
Try: Cabernet Sauvignon (~$40)
Tasting: Daily; flights $10–15
🌐 wooldridgecreek.com
4. Cowhorn Vineyard & Garden
📍 1665 Eastside Rd, Jacksonville, OR 97530
Garden setting with distant vineyard views, offering biodynamic Rhône whites.
Try: Spiral White Blend (~$36)
Tasting: Thu–Sun 11–4; flights $15–25 (+$10 board)
🌐 cowhornwine.com
5. Schmidt Family Vineyards
📍 330 Kubli Rd, Grants Pass, OR 97527
Gently sloping gardens frame this Applegate tasting spot known for crisp whites and wines.
Try: Riesling (~$25)
Tasting: Tue–Sat 12–5; Fri until 8
🌐 sfvineyards.com
6. LongSword Vineyard
📍 8555 OR‑238, Jacksonville, OR 97530
Sitting above wine trails with unparalleled views of the valley below.
Try: Gewürztraminer (~$26)
Tasting: Daily; flights $15–20
🌐 longswordvineyard.com
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