Wine Camp

Troon Conversations are about the people who make Troon, Troon. In this episode, we drink Champagne and talk about a winemaker's life and the making of a career in winemaking with Troon's assistant winemaker, Micah Wagner. Micah is a very passionate winemaker, and this is a very interesting conversation. Troon Vineyard Micah Wagner - micah@troonvineyrd.com Craig Camp - craig@troonvineyard.com

Nate Winters has worked his way up through the ranks at Troon Vineyard and Farm. Starting in the tasting room, he moved on to work in the vineyard and cellar before taking on national sales for the winery. Along the way, he also became a Certified Sommelier from the Court of Master Sommeliers. Learn about Nate's voyage and what it takes to sell Biodynamic wine in today's marketplace. Troon Vineyar...

In this episode of Troon Talk, we dig deeply into Biodynamic viticulture in Oregon's Applegate Valley with Master Viticulturist Jason Cole. Troon Vineyard Jason Cole - jasontcole@gmail.com Pacific Crest Vineyard Services Craig Camp - craig@troonvineyard.com

In this episode, we discuss the farm-to-table cooking program at Troon Vineyard & Farm with our Chef-in-Residence, Carl Krause, and farmer and vinegar maker Jennifer Teisl. Troon Vineyard & Farm Chef Carl Krause - wildercooking@gmail.com Jennifer Teisl - jennifer@troonvineyard.com Craig Camp - craig@troonvineyard.com

In addition to our longer Troon Talk episodes, we are adding shorter one-on-one conversations that dig as deep into both the farm and the farmer. In this episode, Troon Vineyard director of agriculture Garett Long tells his story and how the practice of Biodynamics guides our farming at Troon Vineyard & Farm Garett Long - garett@troonvineyard.com Craig Camp - craig@troonvineyard.com TroonViney...

In our first episode of 2026, winemaker Nate Wall and assistant winemaker Micah Wagner discuss the challenges and rewards from the 2025 growing season at Troon Vineyard i n Oregon's Applegate Valley and preview the wines we made during this vintage. Nate Wall - natew@troonvinyard.com Micah Wagner - micah@troonvineyard.com Craig Camp - craig@troonvineyard.com Troon Vineyard

This is part two of our winemaking team's deep dive into winemaking techniques and addives, which, of course, we do not use at Troon Vineyard. Winemaker Nate Wall and assistant winemaker Micah Wagner provided an overview of white wine making in the first part. In this episode, they provide detailed insights into the process of making red wine. Part Three will focus on our minimalist winemaking app...

In this episode, we are talking about the Rhône Rangers with a panel all of whom have served as president of the organization. Joining us are: Jason Hass, Tablas Creek, Paso Robles Tony Quealy, Thacher Winery, Paso Robles Larry Schaffer, Tercero Winery Santa Barbara Craig Camp, Troon Vineyard, Applegate Valley, Oregon The Rhône Rangers

In this episode of Troon Talk, we dig deeply into  Demeter Biodynamic Demeter’s director of certification  Evrett Lunquist . Evrett speaks eloquently, based on deep reflection, on what it means to be a Biodynamic farmer and the importance of becoming certified. I have talked with few people more adept at explaining the least understood aspects of Biodynamic practices. His views on how th...

I asked our winemaking team of winemaker Nate Wall and assistant winemaker Micah Wagner to dig deeply into their philosophy of winemaking, and dig deep they did. This is the first of three extended podcasts where Nate and Micah discuss standard modern winemaking and contrast it with our minimalist, non-interventionist Biodynamic winemaking at Troon Vineyard. Ask winemakers to talk about winemaking...

Besides our almost fifty acres of wine grapes, Troon Vineyard & Farm includes cider apples, vegetable gardens, a food forest, hay, and livestock. We always look for interns to join us for a unique working educational experience during the growing season. In this episode our farm team describes the experience of working at Troon. Troon Vineyard.com Garett Long, director of agriculture, garett@t...

In this first episode of 2025, assistant winemaker Micah Wagner and winemaker Nate Wall discuss the 2024 vintage at Troon Vineyard in Oregon's Applegate Valley and look in depth at how we naturally crafted our wines in that vintage. TroonVineyard.com Nate Wall - natew@troonvineyard.com Micah Wagner - micah@troonvineyard.com Craig Camp - craig@troonvineyard.com

Troon winemaker Nate Wall and director of agriculture Garett Long discuss the establishment of the Oregon native plant gardens at Troon Vineyard in Oregon's Applegate Valley. Klamath-Siskiyou Native Seeds Susie Savoie Troon Vineyard Troon Winemaker Nate Wall - natew@troonvineyard.com Troon Director of Agriculture Garett Long - garett@troonvineyard.com Craig Camp - craig@troonvineyard.com

In this episode, we have a very special guest, Elizabeth Whitlow, executive director of the Regenerative Organic Alliance . We dig deeply into the Regenerative Organic Certification along with Troon Vineyard & Farm director of agriculture Garett Long. Troon is one of four farms in the world that achieved the Gold Level of ROC. Elizabeth Whitlow - sign up for the ROA newsletter at this link Tro...

In part two of our discussion of how we blend wines at Troon Vineyard, assistant winemaker Micah Wagner and Troon winemaker Nate Wall dig deeper into the art and science of blending in winemaking. Troon Vineyard Druid's Red Druid's White Druid's Pink Nate Wall - natew@troonvineyard.com Micah Wagner - micah@troonvineyard.com Craig Camp - craig@troonvineyard.com

In this episode, we introduce new assistant winemaker Micah Wagner, and then Micah and Troon winemaker Nate Wall discuss making Troon Vineyard's Druid's Red, White, and Pink Biodynamic Blends. In part 2, to follow shortly, they dig deeper into the art and science of blending in winemaking. Troon Vineyard Druid's Red Druid's White Druid's Pink Nate Wall - natew@troonvineyard.com Micah Wagner - mica...

Kirsten K. Shockey and Christopher Shockey are the coauthors of award-winning The Big Book of Cidermaking , Fiery Ferments , best-selling Fermented Vegetables and award-winning Miso, Tempeh, Natto and other Tasty Ferments. Kirsten is the author of Hombrewed Vinegar. The Shockeys got their start in fermenting foods over twenty years ago on 40-acres of wooded hillside on unceded Takelma territo...

In this episode, our farm team previews our plans for our gardens, orchards, and vineyards for the 2024 growing season. Troon Vineyard & Farm Director of Agriculture Garett Long - garett@troonvineyard.com Director of Farm Sales Jennifer Teisl - jennifer@troonvineyard.com Garden Manager Kelly Bluett - kelly@troonvineyard.com Craig Camp - craig@troonvineyard.com

In this episode, Troon winemaker Nate Wall and Phillip Taratko of Artisan Barrels and Tanks discuss the installation and use of Nomblot concrete winemaking vessels at Troon and how they will be integrated into our winemaking. Troon Vineyard Nate Wall - natew@troonvineyard.com Phillip Taratko - phillip@artisanbarrels.com Craig Camp - craig@troonvineyard.com

In the episode, Biodynamic consultant Andrew Beedy and Troon's director of agriculture Garett Long discuss farming by the moon on a working vineyard and farm. Troon Vineyard Andrew Beedy - AndrewBeedy.com - andrew@andrewbeedy.com Garett Long - garett@troonvineyard.com

In the episode, Troon Vineyard winemaker Nate Wall and director of agriculture Garett Long discuss how we use the Biodynamic calendar in planning our farming and winemaking. Troon Vineyard Stella Natura Biodynamic Calendar Maria Thun Biodynamic Almanac Celestial Planting Calendar Nate Wall - natew@troonvineyard.com Garett Long - garett@troonvineyard.com Craig Camp - craig@troonvineyard.com

Troon Vineyard winemaker Nate Wall and assistant winemaker Hannah Thorning review the 2023 vintage and take a look at the wines in our cellar. Troon Vineyard Nate Wall - natew@troonvineyard.com Hannah Thorning - hannah@troonvineyard.com Craig Camp - craig@troonvineyard.com

Welcome to a special edition of the Troon Talk Podcast recorded during the National Biodynamic Conference in Westminster, Colorado, this November. Please excuse the quality of these recordings made during the conference in public places using Bluetooth microphones. However, I am sure you will find the content more than worthwhile. The first segment is a discussion between Dr. Lynne Carpenter-Boggs...

We recently hosted a day-long Biodynamic Preparation-making workshop at Troon Vineyard in Oregon's Applegate Valley with Biodynamic farmers Marjory House and Garett Long. In this episode, they discuss the workshop, what makes the Preparations effective, and look at the future of Biodynamic farming. There is a companion video of the Preparation-making workshop that can be viewed at this link. www.t...

A recent article by Samantha Cole-Johnson titled. Biodynamic Viticulture in the Americas is an excellent overview of the history of Biodynamic winegrowing in the United States and beyond. The article notes that the one person that ties all of this together is the late Alan York. In this episode of Troon Talk, we bring together four people who worked with Alan and knew him well. We are joined by Ga...