Winter can be a great time to go visit wineries if you are truly interested in tasting, rather than just a day of drinking, partying and/or events. The roads are less traveled, the crowds are gone, and often there is more time to explore the wines and hear the stories about the winery, vineyard, the people and individual wines.
While it is not as strikingly beautiful as a vineyard in all of its glory, the trade-off is worth it. Winter affords you the time to sit back and savor the experience. Having a tasting room all to oneself with the complete attention of the server is a treasure.
Personally, when I visit a winery during the winter months, I like to stretch my imagination and envision what the vineyard will look like come spring. I also like to poke about as see what treasures the tasting room might hold as there is more room to wander and explore.
I highly encourage everyone to venture forth and visit Southern Oregon wineries during the winter. One caveat is that the hours can vary greatly during the winter. Many tasting rooms have abbreviated winter hours and days, or are closed for a lengthy period altogether. I suggest you visit their website, call or check out the Southern Oregon Winery Association for details.
"Give me wine to wash me clean of the weather-stains of cares"
-Ralph Waldo Emerson
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