One of the things I enjoy about spending several days in a wine region is having enough time to discover what surrounds the vineyards and tasting rooms. The Umpqua Valley gave me plenty of reasons to do exactly that. After exploring its wine history… Continue Reading “Things to Do in the Umpqua Valley: Off the Beaten Path”
In Part One of my Umpqua Valley wine series, Oregon’s Umpqua Valley Wine Region, I shared some of the history of the region, took a closer look at the Umpqua Valley and Elkton AVAs and visited several wineries around Elkton. For Part Two, it… Continue Reading “Exploring Umpqua Valley Wineries: Part Two”
Welcome to Drink In Life. I’m Elaine Luxton, an international award-winning travel writer, photographer, wine expert, and founder of International French 75 Day. Through stories of wine, food, culture, history, and travel, I explore the people and places that give every destination its unique character. I’m glad you’re here.