Rellik Winery is more than just a vineyard; it's an experience. “Walls come down in the summertime, roof comes off, and it goes to being outside again,” says Rellik Winery Managing Member Delando Pegan, referring to the glassed-in patio area. From the time they opened five years ago, the property has been under construction, with new additions and renovations happening every year.
May is the perfect month to visit our beautiful wine region because not only will wildflowers and trees be bursting with a rainbow of vibrant flowers and budding shoots, but it’s also Oregon Wine Month.
Chef Jeff Hunt says he was always a little curious about food, but when he started going to culinary school, he quickly became hooked. Originally from Southern California, Jeff has been cooking since he was 18 and worked in a handful of Southern Oregon restaurants, including Standing Stone Brewery and the iconic Omar's. He landed the job at Belle Fiore and was excited to expand his knowledge and love for pairing food and wine. He says working in a winery kitchen allows him to be more creative, but he's also striving for perfection.
This month DANCIN Vineyards will take part in the annual Vinum Festival in Alba, Italy, in the famed Piedmont wine region. It is considered to be the largest open-air wine festival in Italy. The visit is an element of Medford, Oregon’s long Sister City relationship with Alba.
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