The Oregon Wine History Archive Podcast

This interview is with Josef and Lilli Fleischmann, owners of St. Josef’s Winery. In this interview, the couple talk about how they moved to the U.S. and later Oregon to plant grapes and finally establishing a winery. They both discuss the difficulties in figuring out their roles within the wine industry, as well as how they came up with the name for their winery. Josef talks about their winemakin...

This interview is with John Mead and Zack Geary from Cellar Ridge Construction. In the interview, they talk about the start of Cellar Ridge, what goes into green building and the different elements of creating a wine building. They also talk about changes in the industry and what is in the future for the Oregon wine and construction industry. This interview was on April 17th, 2017 by Rich Schmidt...

This interview is with John and Ksenija House of OVUM. In this interview, the couple talk about how they got into the wine industry, and how they met each other in college. They then go on to talk about their various experiences with Chehalem and then later deciding to start OVUM, what they want people to get across from their wines, what OVUM means, and their second label known as Big Salt. Towar...

This interview is with John Grochau of Grochau Cellars. In this interview, John talks about how he got into wine, what he was doing prior to it, and what it was like working in the Portland restaurant scene. John then goes on to discuss how he knew he wanted to be in the wine industry, what it was like working in the industry, and what it was like learning about winemaking and eventually starting...

This interview is with John Bradley of Bradley Vineyards, covering topics such as the early wine industry history in the Umpqua Valley, John Bradley’s involvement in the industry, and the designation of Elkton as Oregon’s newest AVA (in 2013). In the interview, Bradley explains why he chose to begin a vineyard in the early 1980s and describes what it was like to plant a vineyard with little viticu...

This interview is with Joseph (Joe) Ginet and Suzanne (Suzi) Ginet, Ginet family descendants and vineyard owners and covers history topics including the early wine industry history in Jacksonville, Oregon, as well as Ginet family history. The Ginets recount their grandfather’s history of immigrating to America and making his home in Jacksonville, Oregon, where he planted and created Plaisance Wine...

This interview is with Joan Drabkin, who has been involved with the Oregon wine industry at multiple times. She talks about being friends with the early wine pioneers, working at Nick’s and being involved with the start of IPNC. Joan also talks about her daughter, Remy Drabkin, being in the wine industry and starting her own winery, Remy Wines. This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt on June...

This interview is with Jim Fischer and Jenny Mosbacher of Fossil and Fawn. In this interview, the couple discuss how they found wine, their various experiences in the industry, and their perspectives on Oregon Wine. They go on to reflect on the future of their business, how the Oregon Wine Industry has changed, and where they see it heading in the future. This interview was conducted by Rich Schmi...

This interview is with Jim Anderson of Patricia Green Cellars. In this interview, Jim answers the question “why wine,” touching on how he first got into the industry and later involved in the Oregon wine industry. He goes on to speak about his relationship with Patty and how he decided to start a label and build that brand. Jim then talks about his winemaking philosophy, what his success means to...

This interview is with Jessica Mozeico of Et Fille Winery. In this interview, Jessica talks about how she got into wine and specifically Oregon after working in biotech. She shares just how passionate her father was about wine, and how that has impacted her career and passion. She goes on to describe why she chose the name “Et Fille,” her winemaking philosophy, the significance of her “Gabriella”...

This interview is with Jessica Cortell of Vitis Terra Vineyard Services. In this interview, Jessica answers the question “why grapes,” and talks about her extensive education at OSU that led her to her PhD and conducted research that received international recognition. She then goes on to talk about how she became a vineyard manager and starting her own consulting business, her grape growing/viney...

This interview is with Jerry Bell, Jr., actor, producer, award-winning film director, and owner of JBJr Productions. In this interview, Jerry discusses how he got into acting compared to his former career as an engineer, and later pursued his own creative work. He explains how this passion led him to be a director, and later talks about making the documentary “Red White and Black,” a film highligh...

This interview is with Jeremy Schubert, founder of Lunabean Media. Jeremy talks about marketing Oregon wine, the trends of the industry and the personal touch he takes with clients. He also discusses the future of the industry, in regards to selling wine and growth. This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Nicholson Library in Linfield College on June 14, 2017.

This interview is with Jeff Woodard of Woodard Wines. In this interview, Jeff discusses how his education at Linfield College informed his current job in the Oregon Wine Industry. He speaks of the various places he worked, as well as his current job in owning a retail wine shop. He states that “wine is about learning and experimenting with different things,” and that is showcased within his work a...

This interview is with Jeff Mar, a Regional Salesperson for Galaxy Wine Company. Jeff talks about his round about way into the wine industry and the unique challenges of selling wine. He also talks about the impact of distribution on the Oregon Wine industry. This interview is conducted by Rich Schmidt at Nicholson Library in Linfield College on March 24, 2017

This interview is with the Executive Director, Jeff Knapp, and Marketing Manager, Kitri McGuire, for Visit McMinnville. During this interview, they discuss the role of Visit McMinnville, the challenges of marketing this city and it’s connection to the wine industry. Jeff and Kitri also talk about their hopes and dreams for the future of McMinnville. This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at...

This interview is with Jared Pierce of JP Cellars. In this interview, Jared talks about how he moved from Iowa to attend Linfield College and eventually enter the wine industry. He speaks about the different experiences he’s had in the industry, the places he traveled to, and what it was like attending Linfield College. Jared goes on to explain how he decided to learn winemaking, developed his own...

This interview is with James Rahn of James Rahn Wine Company. In this interview, James talks about how he got into wine, his work experience and education, and the process of deciding he wanted to be a sommelier. He then goes on to speak about how he got to know Oregon winemakers and ended up in Oregon and starting James Rahn Wine Company. Towards the end of the interview, James reflects on the ch...

This interview is with Hilary Berg, the editor of the Oregon Wine Press. In this interview, she talks about the start of OWP, learning about the Oregon wine industry and how she finds the right stories for publication. Hilary finishes the talk with a discussion of the future of the Oregon wine industry and the OWP. This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at the Nicholson Library at Linfield C...

This interview is with James Frey of Trisaetum Wines. In this interview, James speaks about how he got into the wine industry and how that goes hand in hand with painting and photography, all of which James excels in. He talks about how he ended up in Oregon, how he found his land, and how he decided what varietals he wanted. James then goes through the process he took in learning wine and winemak...

This interview is with Ian Burrows. In this interview, Ian talks about how he found his way to wine through the hospitality industry, how he got into the restaurant industry, and eventually learned about wine and becoming a sommelier. He goes on to touch on how he learned the business side of wine, what it’s like pairing people with wine, and how he eventually came to the U.S. from France. Ian the...

This interview is with Howard Hinsdale, owner of Howard Hinsdale Cellars & Bistro. In this interview, Hinsdale talks about his start in the wine industry, his time with his distribution company, life after getting out of the wine business, and the future of the industry. This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at the Nicholson Library at Linfield College on January 27, 2016.

This interview is with Graham Markel of Buona Notte Wines. In this interview, Grahm talks about how he got into wine because his family was in the food and wine industry. He originally wanted to be a travel writer— speaking of his education and experiences traveling and being immersed in different cultures. Graham then goes on to speak about his first impressions of the industry, his Old World way...

This interview is with Dr. Greg Jones of Southern Oregon University. In this interview, Dr. Jones discusses Southern Oregon’s unique climatology, the diversity of varietals that could thrive in the region, and a look at how early Oregon pioneers may have kept vine cuttings viable. Further into the interview, he addresses how using past knowledge can make it easier for current winemakers, thereby i...

Geoffrey and Lane Crowther are the owners of Toluca Lane, a small boutique grape-growing and wine operation in Amity, Oregon. In this interview, they discuss how they both came into the wine industry from their prior careers and how they found their way when it came to growing grapes. Geoffrey admits to not using rootstock for his vines! The couple also discussed how they have kept up with the tre...