About us
Bradley Vineyards was established in 1983 by John Bradley. Specializing in Pinot Noir, Gewurtztraminer, Riesling and Baco Noir, Bradley Vineyards is a producer for numerous Oregon winemakers and the source of many award-winning wines around the state. Small production estate wines are made by John's son Tyler Bradley at River's Edge Winery in Elkton, Oregon.
About Us
Bradley Vineyards Entrance
Bradley Vineyards was founded in 1983 by brothers John and Richard Bradley. With the helping hands of family and friends, over 20 acres of Pinot Noir, Gewurtztraminer and Riesling grapes were planted in the South and West facing hills of Elkton, Oregon.
For the first 17 years, John developed as a viticulturist, and sold the entirety of his crop to wineries around the state of Oregon. But when friends Mike and Vonnie Landt moved to town and built their winery, River's Edge, a partnership began allowing John to start producing a small amount of wine under the Bradley Vineyards label.
John Bradley during the 2010 Pinot Noir harvest
In the early 2000s, John expanded the vineyard by planting a small block of Baco Noir grapes, as well as grafting Baco Noir onto a portion of mature Gewurtztraminer vines. He also introduced a small block of Pommard, a clone of Pinot Noir.
By 2013, Elkton's wine industry had expanded to include eight vineyards and five wineries. Previously, Elkton had been included in the Umpqua Valley American Viticulture Area (AVA) which is much warmer than the cool climate of Elkton. Consequently, Elkton was awarded it's own AVA designation in 2013, marking a historical moment for John and the entire Elkton viticulture community.
Bonnie Bradley in the Tasting Room
After John's untimely passing in 2014, the Vineyards continue to thrive under the leadership of his wife, Bonnie. Their son, Tyler cares for the vineyard and makes the wines at the River's Edge Winery facilities on the west end of Elkton.