We are honored that The Outlook at Knudsen Vineyards was featured on the cover of the July 2020 issue of Oregon Wine Press. The feature highlights the renovation of our Dundee Hills tasting room and our commitment to welcoming guests during an unprecedented time for Oregon wine country.
The cover story, “Building Excitement: Construction Continues and Brands Launch Despite COVID-19”, explores how several Oregon wineries continued moving forward with new projects and openings despite the challenges of the pandemic.
Our own tasting room renovation was included in the feature, with attention to the work being done to create a brighter, more welcoming space for visitors. Improvements included removing outdoor structures to let in more light, painting, landscaping, and adding additional outdoor seating.
Knudsen Cowles never had qualms about moving ahead with the renovation, which included removing outdoor structures to let in more light, painting, landscaping and adding outdoor seating. “One of the things about this COVID situation is we expect people to be traveling closer to home,” she said. “I see more people taking road trips and day trips for a while. Oregonians are the best supporters of local businesses. Since May, there definitely have been people coming to enjoy themselves at tasting rooms that could open.”
— Sophia McDonald, Building Excitement: Construction Continues and Brands Launch Despite COVID-19, Oregon Wine Press, July 1, 2020
The article captures an important moment for wineries throughout the Willamette Valley, as tasting rooms adapted and guests increasingly looked for opportunities to explore closer to home. We were grateful to be included among the Oregon wineries continuing to invest in hospitality and the future of the region.
Today, The Outlook at Knudsen Vineyards continues to welcome guests to experience estate wines, panoramic Dundee Hills views, and the history of our vineyard.
