Our Story
Family Run | Estate Grown | Artisan Wines
Our Location
The Beckley family has been in the Elkton area since the 1840s. Elkton is a bucolic town on the banks of the Umpqua River with a population of less than 200 people. It has survived and maintained its agricultural profile over the decades. Grapes were introduced to the area In the early 1980s. The local industry has grown to include several vineyards and wineries, bringing young families, jobs, and economic growth.
The 74,900-acre Elkton AVA (American Viticultural Area) was established in 2013. It resides within the greater Umpqua Valley AVA. Elkton features a cooler, but milder, wetter, and longer growing season than the rest of the Umpqua Valley.
Our Vineyard
Nestled in the coastal hills of Oregon, Knoll Vineyards benefits from the maritime-influenced climate of the Umpqua River Valley. Thirty-six miles inland from the Pacific, the cool climate contributes to the ideal terroir for outstanding Pinot Noir and other varietals. Knoll Vineyards is the venture of a fifth-generation Oregon family with a long tradition in ranching and forestry. The 30-acre vineyard uses regenerative and organic practices to nurture a sustainable agriculture environment.
Leslie and Steve Beckley began planting grapevines on their Elkton property in 2018. All the wines are made on-site from estate-grown grapes. Our 30-year-old barn houses the winery.
Our People
Our first harvest included crew, friends and neighbors aged eight to eighty years old. The regular team that tends the vineyard has been here since they helped plant the first vines. We are not only vested in our long time stewardship of the land, but also in our amazing crew.
Our dream is to nurture Knoll Vineyards, growing premium grapes and making exceptional, hand crafted wines, for many more generations.
Jesse James Brewster-Brett's caregiver and part of our family for ten years...his support is behind the success of every project:)
The crew-James, Joe, Charlie and Kevin
Steve 'Deuce' Beckley and Brett 'Hooligan' Beckley
Carol 'Mops' Beckley-Matriarch and tireless advocate of 'digging in the dirt' and Nathan 'the Grape Cowboy' Wood-vineyard guru
Henriette and Elwin Heiny-grape lovers and best friends of the vineyard
Dozer the vineyard dog-will play fetch all day long
Our Mission
We produce artisan wines that express their unique terroir. We have deep roots in our community and support our team/family with the necessary resources to grow and excel. We promote sustainable agriculture and commit to being accountable as a leader in the wine industry.
Our Vision
Embracing our pioneer ancestry and traditions, we actively cultivate a sense of community which drives Knoll Vineyards to become a leader in collaboration, diversity, excellence and equity.
