March 1, 2022 3:40 a.m.

In the KQEN Cultural Spotlight:

Greatest of the Grape is back for 2022.

Presented by the Umpqua Valley Wine Growers Association, the annual celebration of the local wine industry did not take place the last two years, due to the pandemic. This year the event will be held Saturday April 9th at the Southern Oregon Wine Institute on the campus of Umpqua Community College. Wine tasting with food parings will be included along with live music. It is limited to 300 people. Tickets are $75 per person for the regular 7:00 p.m. entrance. VIP tickets are $100 per person and allow for entry to the event at 6:00 p.m.

Tickets can be purchased online at: https://www.umpquavalleywineries.org/news-events/greatest-of-the-grape/