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Southern Oregon AVA: 96 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

The Southern Oregon AVA is a federally designated American Viticultural Area in Oregon, established under 27 CFR 9.179. It covers Douglas, Jackson, Josephine counties and contains 96 licensed wine producers and contains 5 nested AVAs.

Where These Wineries Are

Southern Oregon AVA: 96 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.

Before You Go

Tasting rooms change their hours constantly and many small producers are appointment only. Confirm directly with the winery before you travel.

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Where the Southern Oregon AVA Is

Douglas

Jackson

Josephine

Grapes Grown in Southern Oregon

Pinot Noir

Chardonnay

Syrah

Tempranillo

Cabernet Sauvignon

Viognier

Sauvignon Blanc

Cabernet Franc

AVAs Inside Southern Oregon

Applegate Valley

Elkton Oregon

Red Hill Douglas County Oregon

Rogue Valley

Umpqua Valley

Legal Definition

Codified at 27 CFR 9.179.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many wineries are in the Southern Oregon AVA?

96 licensed producers are located in the Southern Oregon AVA.

Where is the Southern Oregon AVA?

It lies in Oregon, covering Douglas, Jackson, Josephine counties.

What does the Southern Oregon AVA designation mean?

A wine labelled Southern Oregon must contain at least 85 percent grapes grown inside the AVA boundary, which is defined in 27 CFR 9.179.

Is Southern Oregon part of a larger AVA?

No, Southern Oregon is not nested inside another AVA.

Children

Applegate Valley AVA · Elkton Oregon AVA · Red Hill Douglas County Oregon AVA · Rogue Valley AVA · Umpqua Valley AVA

States

Oregon Wineries

Grapes

Pinot Noir Wineries · Chardonnay Wineries · Syrah Wineries · Tempranillo Wineries · Cabernet Sauvignon Wineries · Viognier Wineries · Sauvignon Blanc Wineries · Cabernet Franc Wineries

Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.
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