Rogue Valley, Oregon Appellation

Situated at a higher elevation than the other winegrowing areas of Oregon, the Rogue Valley appellation is comprised of several distinct growing climates. The western boundary of the district is just 25 miles from the Pacific Ocean. Rainfall within the region diminishes from west to east and increases with elevation, with only about 15% occurring during the grape growing season, early April to late October. In comparison to Oregon’s other winegrowing appellations the days are hotter, nights cooler and the varieties grown more diverse.

ILLINOIS RIVER VALLEY Annual Rainfall The westernmost and coolest valley, suited to growing cooler climate varieties: Pinot Noir, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Early Muscat, Gamay Noir.

APPLEGATE RIVER VALLEY Annual Rainfall This valley is drier and warmer than the Illinois Valley and is presently planted to: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Zinfandel.

BEAR CREEK VALLEY Annual Rainfall The warmest area within the appellation, widely planted to pears, is highly suited to warmer climate grape varieties. Commercial plantings include: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Malbec, Syrah.

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To learn more about other Rogue Valley Vineyards, click on the links below:
Del Rio Vineyards | Evans Creek Vineyards | Gerber Vineyards | Maple Ranch Vineyards | Stonefield Vineyards | Three Creeks Vineyards | Villa Novia Vineyards