Best Oregon Wine History Archive Podcasts (2025)

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Jordan Hostetter: Oral History Interview 1:19:20

3d ago1:19:20

1:19:20

This interview is with Jordan Hostetter of Open Soul Wines. In this interview, Jordan speaks about discovering a love of hospitality at a young age and spending a career trying to curate good experiences for guests and customers. After moving to the east coast pursuing a music career, Jordan found himself working on the White House advance team, su…

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Layne Witherell: Oral History Interview 1:21:29

10d ago1:21:29

1:21:29

This interview is with Layne Witherell. In this interview, Layne shares his journey from growing up in Los Angeles during the 60s to retiring in Portland, Maine as a foodie. He talks about his education, jobs, hobbies, and everything in between. Layne dives into his early life in Los Angeles, California and how he eventually found himself serving i…

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Gisela Kreglinger: Oral History Interview 47:04

17d ago47:04

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This interview is with Gisela Kreglinger. In this interview, Gisela talks about her relationship with wine and her studies regarding spirituality and wine. Gisela dives into growing up on a family winery in Germany. She shares how this time shaped her view of wine and food. She goes on to talk about her studies abroad and how she eventually found h…

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Simon Davies: Oral History Interview 1:36:54

17d ago1:36:54

1:36:54

This interview is with Simon Davies of A&B Vintners. In this interview, Simon shares about his journey in getting involved with the wine industry in London and how he eventually became involved with buying and distributing Oregon wine in the UK. Simon talks about growing up in a small town in the country and how he found his way to London. He share…

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Ken Brown: Oral History Interview 50:51

24d ago50:51

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This interview is with Ken Brown. In this interview, Ken shares about his career as an extension agent of Oregon State University and how he eventually found himself helping the winemakers of Oregon. Ken talks about his early life and growing up in Oregon. He shares about joining the Navy for 5 years and then his time spent at Oregon State Universi…

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Savannah Mills: Oral History Interview 1:25:34

26d ago1:25:34

1:25:34

This interview is with Savannah Mills, of Brick House Vineyards. In this interview, Savannah talks about how she ended up in the Oregon wine industry after growing up in the south and having a corporate career. Savannah dives into growing up in the south and her early travels to Oregon to visit family. She shares about her decision to attend colleg…

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Steve Vuylsteke: Oral History Interview 1:32:22

1M ago1:32:22

1:32:22

This interview is with Steve Vuylsteke of SakéOne. In this interview, Steve talks about growing up in the early Oregon wine industry and his transition to the saké industry. Steve dives into his early childhood and his parents' escapades with garage fruit winemaking. He goes on to talk about his parents' journey in creating Oak Knoll Winery and how…

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Cara Pepper Day: Oral History Interview 1:42:57

1M ago1:42:57

1:42:57

This interview is with Cara Pepper Day, of Andavi Solutions. In this interview, Cara talks about her journey in finding wine, and how she now finds herself in a job that combines alcohol and software. Cara dives into growing up in Oregon and how she eventually found herself attending college at Linfield University. She goes on to talk about her job…

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Robb Bell: Oral History Interview 1:19:56

1M ago1:19:56

1:19:56

This interview is with Robb Bell of Cathedral Ridge Winery. In this interview, Robb speaks about his career in marketing and how that led him into wine through connections with many of the early winemakers in California. After finding himself in Hood River, he talks about purchasing a vineyard and starting to learn about growing grapes and making w…

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Mark Kronquist: Oral History Interview 1:16:05

1M ago1:16:05

1:16:05

This interview is with Mark Kronquist. In this interview, Mark talks about growing up in Oregon and his journey in the Oregon wine industry. He dives into growing up in Lake Oswego and finding his way to Linfield. He then shares about meeting Myron Redford and his many memories associated with his time spent helping Myron in his "double-wide" tasti…

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Felicity Carter: Oral History Interview 46:37

2M ago46:37

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This interview is with Felicity Carter of Drinks Insider. In this interview, Felicity shares about growing up around Europe and finding her way to Sydney, Australia. She goes on to talk about her life and journey in both media and wine. Felicity dives into her path in becoming a journalist and how she eventually found wine. She shares about her tim…

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Sébastien Marquet: Oral History Interview 1:41:52

2M ago1:41:52

1:41:52

This interview is with Sébastien Marquet of Sébastien Marquet Wines. In this interview, Sébastien talks about growing up in Burgundy, France and his journey to Oregon. Sébastien dives into his childhood and how he found himself making his first wine at 16. He goes on to talk about his early career in France. He also shares how he found himself orga…

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Charles Hesson: Oral History Interview 1:00:54

2M ago1:00:54

1:00:54

This interview is with Charles Hesson of Arborbrook Vineyards. In this interview, Charles talks about his path into the wine industry and finding Oregon. Charles shares about growing up and spending time on his great grandparents’ farm outside of Dallas, Texas. He goes on to talk about the farm’s wild blackberry bushes and how wine really started t…

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Simon Lowry: Oral History Interview 1:20:21

2M ago1:20:21

1:20:21

This interview is with Simon Lowry of Petit Monde Wine Merchants. In this interview, Simon talks about growing up around wine, how he found himself in the wine distribution industry, and where he hopes to see himself in the future. Simon dives into growing up in France and how his parents' practice of enjoying a nice wine with a good meal shaped hi…

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Alexis Harrington: Oral History Interview 1:25:38

2M ago1:25:38

1:25:38

This interview is with Alexis Harrington of Amica Luna and Vitae Springs. In this interview, Alexis shares her winding path to becoming a winemaker and all she is looking forward to in the future with her different projects. Alexis talks about growing up surrounded by those in the hospitality industry and how both these people and their experiences…

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Katie Sombat: Oral History Interview 1:28:57

2M ago1:28:57

1:28:57

This interview is with Katie Sombat of Fancy Baby. In this interview, Katie shares about her journey in service, hospitality, management, and wine. She also dives into the many famous Portland restaurants she had the opportunity to work at and the many thoughts, feelings, and memories regarding both the places and the people she worked with. Katie …

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Kristy Wenz: Oral History Interview 1:16:09

3M ago1:16:09

1:16:09

This interview is with Kristy Wenz. In this interview, Kristy speaks about her path to finding wine and her journey once she entered the industry. Kristy shares about her passion regarding stories and how her love for storytelling translates to her wine career. She goes on to share how she became hooked with wine early in life, but never sought out…

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David DeLaitsch & Victoria Chavez: Oral History Interview 1:18:39

3M ago1:18:39

1:18:39

This interview is with David DeLaitsch and Victoria Chavez of Spearhunter Wines. In this interview, David and Victoria talk about pursuing wine as their later career and finding their way to Oregon. Victoria dives into growing up in Texas and her first career path related to chemical engineering. She goes on to talk about how she found the UC Davis…

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Rebecca Sweet: Oral History Interview 1:36:03

3M ago1:36:03

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This interview is with Rebecca Sweet of Buzz Cover Crop Seeds. In this interview, Rebecca shares about her path in creating her own cover crop business and becoming entwined with the Oregon wine industry. Rebecca talks about growing up and always being interested in plants. She shares about managing a blueberry farm fresh out of college and how she…

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Mark Sturges: Oral History Interview 1:55:42

3M ago1:55:42

1:55:42

This interview is with Mark Sturges. In this interview, Mark talks about his early life and introduction to wine, followed by a life-altering trip he took through Europe and Asia. From there, Mark discusses his work selling wine with Henny-Hinsdale, as well as his work in organic farming and compost. He speaks of the people he's worked with and the…

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Shea Guevara and Vince Kelsey: Oral History Interview 1:46:03

3M ago1:46:03

1:46:03

This interview is with Shea Guevara and Vince Kelsey of Maypop Wines. In this interview, Shea and Vince speak about their journey with wine and how they found themselves creating their own label, Maypop Wines. Vince dives into growing up around wine and how the vines in his backyard shaped him. He shares about his time in college and the different …

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Jennifer Warner: Oral History Interview 58:58

3M ago58:58

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This interview is with Jennifer Warner of Dagger Daisy Wines. In this interview, Jennifer speaks about her career working in law, including owning her own law-adjacent business. She talks about how her life brought her to Oregon, where she discovered and developed an enthusiasm for the wine industry. From there, Jennifer talks about the wild proces…

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Mike Pasquarelli: Oral History Interview 1:32:09

3M ago1:32:09

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This interview is with Mike Pasquarelli of White Rose Estate. In this interview, Mike speaks about becoming interested in wine while in college at Sonoma State, and starting to work in the industry after a stint in the Peace Corps. Mike talks about working in various avenues of wine, including production, sales, retail, and distribution. He then ta…

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Ken and Dana Pearlman: Oral History Interview 1:36:21

5M ago1:36:21

1:36:21

This interview is with Ken & Dana Pearlman of Pearlstad Vineyard. In this interview, Ken & Dana dive into their careers and journey with wine. The couple shares how they fell in love with wine and dive into how they found themselves in Oregon owning a vineyard. They talk about entering the wine scene once they moved to San Jose, California and how …

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Brian Croser: Oral History Interview 1:36:00

6M ago1:36:00

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This interview is with Brian Croser. In this interview, Brian speaks about his journey in finding a career in wine while growing up in Australia and his connections to the Oregon wine industry. Brian talks about falling in love early with wine. He shares about how he found his decision to pursue a career in wine easy and made before he could even d…

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Page, Colin, Cal, & David Knudsen: Oral History Interview 1:33:46

6M ago1:33:46

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This interview is with Page, Colin, Cal, and David Knudsen. In this interview, the Knudsen kids talk about their parents' journey in establishing Knudsen Vineyards and their own journeys with the brand. The Knudsens share about their dad’s passion for all things Burgandy, France. They go on to talk about how this passion inspired the planting of Kn…

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Miguel Marquez: Oral History Interview 1:25:27

7M ago1:25:27

1:25:27

This interview is with Miguel Marquez. In this interview, Miguel speaks about his journey to finding a career in the restaurant and beverage industry. Miguel talks about growing up in Mexico and how his family and personal experiences shaped his professional life. He shares his passion for using wine and alcohol to spur critical thinking. He then d…

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Elle Holcomb: Oral History Interview 1:15:27

7M ago1:15:27

1:15:27

This interview is with Elle Holcomb of L Wine Co and Björnson. In this interview, Elle talks about her journey to finding wine and Oregon. Elle shares about growing up in Cleveland, Ohio and her dream of going wine tasting. She dives into how this dream paved her path and eventually came true during her college years. She goes on to talk about her …

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Dick Aften: Oral History Interview 1:34:44

7M ago1:34:44

1:34:44

This interview is with Dick Aften. In this interview, Dick speaks about his journey in becoming involved with the Oregon wine industry and dives into some of the memorable people and experiences he had. Dick talks about getting into wine in college and how his passion for wine spurred from his passion for music. He then goes on to talk about being …

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Carl Thoma: Oral History Interview 1:10:20

8M ago1:10:20

1:10:20

This interview is with Carl Thoma, the owner of Van Duzer Vineyards. In this interview, Carl talks about how he got into wine and his journey to Oregon. Carl talks about growing up on a ranch on the border between Oklahoma and New Mexico. He shares about his agricultural passions and how he began his college journey pursuing this passion. He then g…

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Andrew Minor & Cassie Salinas: Oral History Interview 1:12:47

8M ago1:12:47

1:12:47

This interview is with Andrew Minor and Cassie Salinas of Andrew Minor Wines and Vino to the People. In this interview, Cassie and Andrew talk about growing up in Oregon, meeting in college, and eventually working in the wine industry together. Andrew and Cassie share each of their journeys to finding wine and touch on some of the great people and …

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Taylor Rebora: Oral History Interview 1:34:58

8M ago1:34:58

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This interview is with Taylor Rebora of Rebora Wines. In this interview, Taylor speaks about growing up in Chicago surrounded by a family of artists, and discovering wine as a viable path when choosing a college. She talks about her time at Cal Poly - learning by doing - and about her internships and experiences abroad while working in wine product…

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Karen Hinsdale: Oral History Interview 1:56:11

8M ago1:56:11

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This interview is with Karen Hinsdale of The Cellar Door. In this interview, Karen speaks about getting excited about the wine scene while living on the East Coast before coming to Oregon and getting into wine distribution with her then-husband Howard. She talks about her excitement at learning to sell wine alongside young Oregon families learning …

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Dewey Kelly: Oral History Interview 1:09:45

8M ago1:09:45

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This interview is with Dewey Kelly of Ribbon Ridge Vineyard. In this interview, Dewey speaks about his background as a chef, and later in high-tech and marketing. He talks about what initially attracted him to the Oregon wine industry and led to he and his wife Robin purchasing land for a potential vineyard. From there, he talks about the long proc…

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Tim & Pierre Paradis: Oral History Interview 59:00

8M ago59:00

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This interview is with Tim and Pierre Paradis of Paradis Vineyards. In this interview, Tim and Pierre share about growing up around grape farming and how that shaped their current path in wine. Tim and Pierre talk about their parents starting Paradis Vineyards and what their childhood looked like. They then go on to share how they found their way b…

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John and Kathy Zelko: Oral History Interview 1:13:54

8M ago1:13:54

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This interview is with John and Kathy Zelko of Z'ivo Wines. In this interview, John and Kathy speak about meeting in college and pursuing their primary careers: John as a surgeon, and Kathy as a lawyer. John speaks about finding wine as a fun and meaningful diversion, and about starting as a volunteer helper before starting to make his own wine. Jo…

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Laura Brennan Bissell: Oral History Interview 1:18:30

9M ago1:18:30

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This interview is with Laura Brennan Bissell of Inconnu and Aitia Wines. In this interview, Laura talks about her journeys abroad and how she eventually found her way to wine. Laura shares about growing up in Virginia and some of her early memories surrounding wine. She dives into her passion for scent and how wine entwines with this passion. She g…

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Patrick McElligott: Oral History Interview 1:25:04

9M ago1:25:04

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This interview is with Patrick McElligott. In this interview, Patrick shares about his journey to wine and some of his many stories and memories from the industry. Patrick talks about growing up around agriculture and farming. He then shares how he found a love for learning while in college and how he soon discovered there is always something to le…

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Callie Edwards: Oral History Interview 37:20

9M ago37:20

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This interview is with Adam Rack of Revino Bottles. In this interview, Adam speaks about his early work in the wine industry and becoming interested in the idea of reusable wine containers while working at Coopers Hall in Portland. He then talks about meeting Keenan O'Hern and working with him to start Revino Bottles. Adam talks about the milestone…

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Adam Rack: Oral History Interview 1:08:34

9M ago1:08:34

1:08:34

This interview is with Adam Rack of Revino Bottles. In this interview, Adam speaks about his early work in the wine industry and becoming interested in the idea of reusable wine containers while working at Coopers Hall in Portland. He then talks about meeting Keenan O'Hern and working with him to start Revino Bottles. Adam talks about the milestone…

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Keenan O'Hern: Oral History Interview 51:27

9M ago51:27

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This interview is with Keenan O’Hern of Revino. In this interview, Keenan talks about his path to help bring a reusable bottle system to the United States. Keenan shares about growing up and how he split his time between Oregon and the Netherlands. He goes on to discuss how his time in the Netherlands influenced his environmental beliefs about bott…

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Dave Parker: Oral History Interview 1:15:29

9M ago1:15:29

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This interview is with Dave Parker of Benchmark Wine Group. In this interview, Dave speaks about moving to California to work in Silicon Valley, finding a passion for wine, and following it to purchasing a vineyard. From there he talks about becoming aware of Oregon wine, and coming to Oregon to buy a vineyard in the Eola-Amity Hills. Along the way…

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Carl Formaker: Oral History Interview 1:31:22

9M ago1:31:22

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This interview is with Carl Formaker, the winemaker for Domaine Serene. In this interview, Carl talks about his journey to finding a passion and career in wine. Carl talks about growing up in California surrounded by vines. He shares about growing up around wine, but not viewing it as a career until later in life. Carl goes on to talk about his col…

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Steve Whiteside: Oral History Interview 1:22:00

9M ago1:22:00

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This interview is with Steve Whiteside of Bella Vida 360. In this interview, Steve speaks about his early life and first career in orthotics and prosthetics. He talks about meeting Jim and Loie Maresh and being instantly captivated by the Oregon wine industry. He then talks about embarking on his 25-year plan of buying property, installing a vineya…

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Erin Brooks: Oral History Interview 1:20:32

9M ago1:20:32

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This interview is with Erin Brooks. In this interview, Erin talks about finding a career in the wine industry that marries her passions for writing and wine. Erin talks about growing up in North Carolina and her first memory of accidently trying her mom’s white wine as a kid. She shares about her early passion for all things writing and how this pa…

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Julia Coney: Oral History Interview 1:19:24

9M ago1:19:24

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This interview is with Julia Coney of Black Wine Professionals. In this interview, Julia speaks about coming to wine as her third career. She speaks about her work as a legal assistant and her first pivot as a beauty blogger. She then talks about her discovery of wine, and her increasing passion for it. Her epiphany came when she realized wine wasn…

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Steven Sinkler: Oral History Interview 54:51

9M ago54:51

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This interview is with Steven Sinkler of Puffin Wines and The Wine Shack. In this interview, Steven shares about finding wine and how he came to own The Wine Shack and the Puffin Wines label. Steven talks about growing up in Green Bay and how he didn’t find wine until later in life. He shares about finding his passion for wine and how it spurred hi…

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Matty Colston: Oral History Interview 1:23:55

9M ago1:23:55

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This interview is with Matty Colston of Colston Biblio. In this interview, Matty speaks about his wine journey, from growing up in Ohio to opening his own bar in Kentucky to eventually moving to Chicago and working in a variety of restaurants there. He talks about learning wine along the way and finding kindred spirits among the wine community. Fro…

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Meghan Olivier: Oral History Interview 1:02:34

9M ago1:02:34

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This interview is with Meghan Olivier of St. Merry Vineyard. In this interview, Meghan shares about her love for agriculture and how this passion led her to wine. Meghan talks about growing up in Alabama and running wild in the forest. She goes on to share how this young love for the outdoors shaped her career path. She then talks about how she met…

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Tim and Kari Ramey: Oral History Interview 1:13:29

9M ago1:13:29

1:13:29

This interview is with Tim and Kari Ramey of Zenith Vineyard. In this interview, Tim and Kari share about how they turned their passion for wine into a successful business. Tim and Kari talk about being raised as Seattle kids and how they ended up together in college. They then share about their time spent on the East Coast, as Tim worked on Wall S…

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