Eliana Wines

The basics

Eliana Wines was founded in Ashland and now has two tasting rooms—one in Ashland and one on the outskirts of the nearby city of Medford. A good way to visit either tasting room is by joining a Southern Oregon wine tour; some tours allow you the flexibility to customize the wineries you’d like to visit. Wine tours typically include transportation, making them a smart choice for travelers who want to enjoy wine without needing to appoint a designated driver.

Things to know before you go

• Eliana Wines is a great place for wine lovers interested in trying Rogue Valley wines.
• You need to be 21 or older to do tastings at Eliana, and will need to carry ID in accordance with local laws.
• Eliana Wines is accessible for wheelchairs, but some of the outdoor areas at the Ashland site are not.

How to get there

Eliana Wines is located in the eastern outskirts of Ashland, about a 10-minute drive from the city center. There's no public transportation to this part of town, so the easiest way to travel is by driving, cycling, or taking a taxi. The Medford tasting room is about a 20-minute drive north of Ashland or just under 15 minutes from central Medford.

When to get there

Eliana Wines’ Ashland tasting room is open on Saturdays only, from the middle of the day until early evening. The Medford tasting room operates the same hours, but is open from Thursday to Saturday. The best time to visit this part of Oregon is between late spring and early fall, when the weather is typically warm and there’s little to no rain.

Visiting Belle Fiore Winery

If you’re looking for an extra-special wine-tasting experience in Ashland, head to Belle Fiore, among the best-known wineries in the Ashland area. This massive winery—which features a main building that resembles a European palace—is home to multiple tasting rooms and a couple of restaurants where you can try a wide selection of Spanish, Italian, and French varietals made from grapes grown in Oregon's rich soil.