Year of the Winery Dog – by Peggy Dover
Since 2018 is the Chinese Year of the Dog, the time seems right to lift a glass in honor of winery dogs and their unheralded roles. Recently, I visited four Southern Oregon vineyards to meet their resident canines. I first met with Matt and Ashley Cates a...
A Vine Romance – by Peggy Dover
Breathtaking views, dreamy music, and luscious wines have long been the inspiration for romance. Here in Southern Oregon, we love playing host to this sensory experience. Recently I sampled three tasting rooms to evaluate the romance factor. I came away e...
Vintner Profile: Brian Jordaan, Eliana Wines – by Peggy Dover
Following some twists and turns, I’d arrived at Thistlecroft Vineyard, home of Eliana Wines, a boutique winery a few minutes from Ashland and a world apart from the everyday hustle. I’d meandered my way to an enchanted hilltop. As clouds floated throu...
Bridging Education with Industry: A Red Lily Project – by Peggy Dover
What bridge can span the distance between a vineyard in the Applegate and a high school technology team over 30 miles away in Eagle Point? The relationship sounded too fantastic. I made the scenic trek to Red Lily Vineyards for an in-person scoop from own...
Sleeping Around: Stay Among the Vines in Southern Oregon Wine Country – by Peggy Dover
The Rogue Valley offers a wide array of top-notch bed and breakfasts, guest cottages, and hotels. But if you’ve ever wondered what it would feel like to sleep in a vineyard, the following select Southern Oregon wineries invite you to experience unique a...