The Oregon Wine History Archive Podcast

This interview is with Felipe Ramirez of Rose and Arrow Estate. In this interview, Felipe describes growing up and studying winemaking in Chile, continuing his education in various parts of France, and eventually making his way to Oregon to continue his journey in the wine industry. Felipe then expresses what it is like working with members of the French and Chilean wine industries here in Oregon....

This interview is with Carol and Peter Adams of Trout Lily Ranch. In this interview, Carol and Peter describe discovering their love for wine after traveling through Europe, and eventually deciding to purchase land to plant grapes on. Later, Carol talks about being a woman winemaker in the early days of the Oregon wine industry and the challenges she was faced with. They both go on to speak about...

This interview is with Dave Paige of David Paige Wines. In this interview, Dave describes how he got into wine, the education he received, and his various travels that informed his understanding of wine and winemaking. Dave then goes on to speak about what it was like coming to Oregon and working his first harvest at Adelsheim, just days after 9/11. He describes what it was like taking over as win...

This interview is with Luke Wylde and Meredith Bell of Statera Cellars. In this interview, Meredith and Luke describe their backgrounds in Chemistry and Theatre/Event Planning. They tell of each of their experiences working harvest abroad and getting bit by the wine bug, thus sparking an interest with Chardonnay. Next, Luke and Meredith talk about meeting and deciding to start their own label. The...

This interview is with Sanjeev Lahoti and Angela Summers of Saffron Fields. In this interview, Sanjeev and Angela describe how they went from chemical engineers in Texas, to deciding to buy their forever home in Oregon, thus leading them to plant a vineyard and start their own wine label. They speak about the various decisions that went into planting their vineyard and designing their tasting room...

This interview is with Luke and Emily De Hayr, owners of Gemini Vineyards. In this interview they spoke about their meeting, how they eventually found the Gemini Vineyard site, and their farming techniques as well as the training system for their vines. Next, they speak about raising young children at the vineyard, and the importance of having a family run farm. Emily and Luke describe their relat...

This interview is with Mike Kuenz of David Hill Winery. In this interview, Mike talks about how he got into wine and eventually David Hill and his initial impressions. Along the way, he touches on his vision for David Hill, and what is unique about it. Towards the end of the interview, he speaks about what he sees for the future for himself, and David Hill. This interview was conducted by Rich Sch...

This interview is with Tracy Kendall of Nicolas-Jay. In this interview, Tracy talks about how she got into wine and received her education, her various travels, what’s unique about Oregon, and the knowledge she received working with various people in the industry. Tracy also speaks about her winemaking philosophy and how it has evolved, what she sees for herself within the next ten years, what she...

This interview is with Andrew Turner of Valley Wine Merchants. In this interview, Andrew talks about how he got into wine, his various work experiences including working in the culinary industry, and how he eventually came to Oregon. Andrew also speaks about what it’s like selecting wines, his initial impressions of the OR industry, and what he sees for the future. This interview was conducted by...

This interview is with John Gabelhausen of Alexana Winery. In this interview, John answers how he got into wine, what he was doing before wine, his various travels, and how his time at the Virgin Islands informed his job now. John also talks about how he got to work at Alexana and what his role includes, challenges that are unique to his position, and what he sees Oregon looking like in the future...

This interview is with Jared Etzel of Domaine Roy & fils. In this interview, Jared talks about how he got into wine, what it was like growing up on the Beaux Fréres property, his experiences working in the industry and abroad, what it was like setting up Domaine Roy and what he looked for in the property, and some differences between Domaine Roy and Beaux Fréres. Jared also speaks about what h...

This interview is with Scott Wadlow of Sis and Mae Wine Co. In this interview, Scott talks about how he got into wine, how he went about learning it about it, what his style embodies, and his winemaking philosophy. Scott also speaks about his perspectives on the wine industry, what he sees for the future of it and itself, and offers some words of wisdom to those looking to enter the industry today...

This interview is with Ian Atkins of Flat Brim Wines. In this interview, Ian talks about how he got into wine, what he was doing before that, and how he went about learning wine and wine making. Ian also speaks about what it’s like finding grapes, his winemaking philosophy, what it was like starting his own label, and his relationship with wine and music. Towards the end of the interview, Ian touc...

This interview is with Alfredo Apolloni of Apolloni Vineyards. In this interview, Alfredo talks about how he got into wine, what he was doing before wine, how he chose Oregon, and how he decided what to grow. He also speaks about how his winemaking philosophy has evolved over time, his hopes for the future, words of wisdom to those looking to enter the industry, and the role of wine within society...

This interview is with Kevin Green of La Randonnée Wines. In this interview, Kevin talks about how he got into wine, his first impressions of harvest, and his other precious work experiences along the way. He also speaks about what it’s like working at Apolloni Vineyards, starting his own label, and how he balances his many jobs. Towards the end of the interview, Kevin touches on some of the chang...

This interview is with Lauren Eisold of St. Joseph Orchard. In this interview, Lauren talks about how she got into viticulture, how she came to Oregon, and her various work experiences along the way. She also speaks about what she looks for in certain sites, changes she’s seen within the wine industry, her hopes for the future, what she sees for the future for herself, and offers words of wisdom f...

This interview is with Ryan Hannaford of the Black Walnut Inn and Vineyards. In this interview, Ryan talks about how he got into the wine industry, how he found a passion for grapes and winemaking, what brought him to Oregon, the various jobs and people he worked with, and how he ended up where he is today. Ryan speaks about what he looks for when working in vineyards, what it’s like working at Bl...

This interview is with Andrew Bandy-Smith of Antiquum Farm. In this interview, Andrew talks about how he chose wine, what he was studying beforehand, and his various work experiences. He then touches on what appealed to him about Antiquum, and how his perspectives evolved after working with Stephen Hagen. Andrew also speaks about his winemaking philosophy, what he hopes can change within the indus...

This interview is with Stephen Hagen of Antiquum Farm. In this interview, Stephen talks about how he got into farming and grapes, what made him passionate about farming, his farming practices, and perspectives on wine and agriculture. Stephen also goes on to speak about how he got to where he is today, and the types of fruit that the site produces. Towards the end of the interview, Stephen talks a...

This interview is with Dave and Lois Cho of CHO Wines. In this interview, the couple talk about why they got into wine, how they came to Oregon, and how they became passionate about wine. Dave speaks about his education at Oregon State, and how Lois gained her knowledge of wine and the industry. They then go on to speak about the point where they knew what their vision was for their wines, their u...

This interview is with Eric Lemelson of Lemelson Vineyards. In this interview, Eric answers the question “why wine,” and talks about his journey towards starting his vineyard. Along the way, Eric speaks about what made him decide to come to Oregon, what is special about his wine, and the process of building his winery. He goes on to talk about his farming practices, his business and wine philosoph...

This interview is with Shane Moore of Gran Moraine. In this interview, Shane talks about how he got into wine, his various work experiences, travels, and what led him to Oregon. He speaks about his role at Jackson Family, his impressions of the Oregon wine industry, and what it was like developing Gran Moraine. Towards the end of the interview, Shane touches on changes he’s seen to the industry, h...

This interview is with Nick Cheatham of Bluebird Hill Winery. In this interview, Nick speaks about how he got into wine, the education that he received, and how that led him to winemaking. Nick also talks about his various work experiences before going to Bluebird Hill, and how he found his role there. Towards the end of the interview, Nick touches on his winemaking philosophy, what Oregon wine lo...

This interview is with Erik Kramer of WillaKenzie Estate. In this interview, Erik describes his decision to join the wine industry and why he became passionate about wine. Erik then goes on to speak about studying wine in New Zealand and what eventually brought him to Oregon. He speaks about his time at Adelsheim and Domaine Serene, and what he took away from working for these well known brands. A...

This interview is with Andy Lytle of Lytle-Barnett/ At the Joy. In this interview, Andy speaks about how he got into wine, his various work experience along the way, how he got to where he is now, and what it was like working in distribution for a number of years. He goes on to speak about what makes Oregon wine special, and what is unique about Lytle-Bernett. Towards the end of the interview, he...