Establishment of the Lower Long Tom Viticultural Area
TTB establishes the Lower Long Tom viticultural area in Oregon, affecting wine labeling and appellation claims.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Liquor Licensing space on July 30, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Low urgency. Wineries and grape growers using grapes from the Lower Long Tom area in Lane and Benton Counties, Oregon. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: No immediate deadline; effective upon publication (November 10, 2021).. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Liquor Licensing continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
A new 25,000-acre viticultural area is established, allowing wines with 85% or more grapes from this area to use 'Lower Long Tom' as an appellation of origin.
Who it affects
Wineries and grape growers using grapes from the Lower Long Tom area in Lane and Benton Counties, Oregon.
What you must do
Review wine labels to ensure compliance with TTB regulations for using the new appellation; update labels if claiming 'Lower Long Tom'.
Deadline
No immediate deadline; effective upon publication (November 10, 2021).
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