When Jesse and Lindsay Applegate departed Idaho in 1843 to forge a southern route to the Oregon Territory, they surely had no idea they'd one day have a namesake trail, valley, and river, much less have the Applegate name attached to one of the most exciting wine regions in the west. It was barely a decade later that Peter Britt, a celebrated photographer and inventive horticulturalist, first planted wine grapes on his property in Jacksonville.
By 1873 he had opened Valley View Winery on a site located northeast of town; this is widely held to be the first winery established in Oregon. He grew a number of varietals, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, as well as Franc Pinot - which we now call Pinot Noir - in what may have been the first planting of this grape in the state.
By 1873 he had opened Valley View Winery on a site located northeast of town; this is widely held to be the first winery established in Oregon. He grew a number of varietals, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, as well as Franc Pinot - which we now call Pinot Noir - in what may have been the first planting of this grape in the state.
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The Applegate Valley Wine Trail is one of incredible scenic beauty, with a decidedly small-town farm community feel. A short drive down a country road reveals uncrowded tasting rooms, where wine lovers meet artisan winemakers committed to their craft. There are lots of reasons to visit the Applegate; most important are these eighteen.
Unlike grape growing regions in the rest of the state and the greater Pacific Northwest, Southern Oregon benefits from long hours of sun, with warm days and cool nights. Infrequent rains during summer months, a total annual precipitation of around 20 to 25 inches at growing elevations and well-draining soil ensure quality fruit for producing complex wines.
19 wineries in the Applegate participate in this fun, self-guided tour. You pick your starting location from the list below, but you're free to visit any number of the 19 wineries on the Trail. Each winery will offer an appetizer and a wine for tasting plus an educational opportunity to learn more about the wine making craft.
As the Gateway to the Applegate Valley Winetrail, historic Jacksonville is the perfect spot to stay while winetasting or enjoying the great variety of other recreational opportunities the area has to offer. Whether you're looking for the B&B experience or hotels to fit your needs this link shows you the full range of Jacksonville lodging options.
The Applegate Restaurant is located right next to the lodge. This is a dining experience that you do not want to miss. Everything from the Sauteed Mushrooms to the Angel's on Horseback, is cooked over Red Oak. Pull up a chair and have a glass of wine from one of our local vineyards, while you sit outside on our beautiful deck that over looks the Applegate River.
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