Brandborg Vineyard and Winery — Attraction in Elkton

I live for 6 months in Eugene OR, and frequently drive through Elkton on my way to kayak on the coast. I take these opportunities to buy wines from Brandborg. One might think that they are a touch too far south, and therefore too hot, for fine Pinot Noir and Riesling, but the Umpqua Valley is wide, running right to the ocean, and this moderates the climate. Indeed, this year the area was granted its own AVA (American Viticulture Area). Excellent wines for the price. Right now I am working my way through a case of the 2009 Riesling. Delightfully dry and fresh, pleasing acid, excellent on the patio, excellent with fish. I might add that I usually go with that Oregon standout, Pinot Gris, with fish, but this Riesling makes a refreshing...

Good winery and tasting room on the main street in Elkton. The owner was very friendly and responsive. Sample flight was $15, you sampled 4 wines of your choice, it was enough to split between two people, if you bought 3 bottles the sampler fee is waived, however the fee in June/July/August goes to charity which is admirable. We sampled 4 different red wines during our stay, we sat in the covered outside courtyard, there is also indoor seating available. The Ferris wheel and the Northern Pinot Noir were quite mild and agreeable. Overall we had an excellent experience at Brandborg Winery. They also have beer and cheese,...

The wine here speaks for itself 5⭐️, it’s the owners that truly set this place apart. We have tasted at wineries from all over the world and I can honestly say that we’ve never had such a wonderful experience. It was my wife’s birthday and after chatting with them they shared something very special with us that we will truly never forget! Thank you Terry and Sue, we hope to...