Agathodaemon

08/06/2026

I’m down in Lodi a lot and got invited to an industry event. I said I’m not IN the industry in Lodi and they said “doesn’t matter.” I brought my 598 clone of Malbec and we’ll… I made some friends

07/30/2026

https://kobi5.com/news/rogue-valley-named-the-1-best-wine-region-in-the-united-states-312238/?fbclid=IwZnRzaATYSARwZG9mBWZkaWQWULhuZLXRyhfwx0FbUukO_9xXiMmMjmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR6uYOLymnl9gRNbJxeic9Dsd_iJB1DNuWTmJkI9pUS7QvcJ-G-b61ZE28FHNw_aem_-DHBkvoy7oZqDoJFyT_izw

ROGUE VALLEY, Ore.- The Rogue Valley has officially been named the #1 wine region in the nation in the USA Today 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards. “This is the people’s’ award– the people voted us the best wine region, and to me, that’s the best honor we can get,” says Carole Skeeters St...

06/11/2026

Malbec Mania bottling day! This is a well oiled machine!

06/09/2026

The Savor Southern Oregon awards were at Hummingbird Estate last night. Here is Robert pictured with his double gold for his Malbec Mania with winemaker Nichole Schulte. The Malbec Mania is a blend of Malbec clones and we are also doing single varietal Malbec. Making award-winning wine is definitely a team effort. I would like to thank the viticulture team at Southern Roots for their excellent farming and the winemaking folks over at Barrel 42. I could not have done this without you! 

06/08/2026

The babies are in!!! Cabernet Franc, Carmenere, and Picpoul

06/03/2026

And the stucco on the outside is complete. Hope to get occupancy permit very soon!

06/03/2026

The floor staining looks awesome! Thoughts?

05/21/2026

Savor Southern Oregon is coming up in just a couple of weeks. Buy tickets to taste the best of what southern Oregon has to offer!

Join us June 12-13, 2026, for Savor Southern Oregon, a premier wine event showcasing Rogue Valley wineries, tastings, and culinary experiences. Perfect for wine lovers.

05/21/2026

We have countertops! Floor staining next!

05/13/2026

Look what’s happening!!! Opening soon…