So Far: So Good!

I believe one of the greatest attractions of the Umpqua Valley AVA is the fact that all our wineries are family owned. No mega corporations kowtowing to the shareholders, pumping out unremarkable wines to meet the bottom line. Here you're more likely to meet the wine maker behind the tasting bar.

That owner may be Terri or Jim Delfino. With the finishing touches being performed on their new tasting room, we wine lovers have another haven to beat a hasty retreat to. And what a spot! Seems each new tasting room adds another "can't be beat view" to the list. Delfino Vineyards has all the right stuff, starting with great wine! Duh!

So make plans to visit this new tasting room to sample the scrumptious reds on their list. A top of the heap Syrah, a beefy Tempranillo, a chewy Dolcetto, and a Zinfandel that's no slouch. Order a bottle of their Vin Gris de Zinfandel for a picnic overlooking the pond and vines!

Come for the wine, stay for the peaceful Umpqua Valley views. What a marvilous job the Delfino's have done. Give them a call at 673-7575.