Oregon Experience: Oregon Wine: Grapes of Place
Oregon Wines Quality Driven
From the very beginning the early Oregon wine pioneers were on a mission for excellence. By the mid 1970s they’d forged a research partnership with Oregon State University to help improve their product and grow their industry.
Today the partnership continues helping both newcomers to the industry and experienced wine makers make premium wine. And a new generation of student winemakers is learning the craft from the ground up.
While filming the upcoming Oregon Wine: Grapes of Place the Oregon Experience team talked with Oregon Wine Institute Director Neil Shay and OSU Assistant Professor James Osborne about ongoing research and the importance of collaborating to maintain Oregon’s quality edge with its world famous wines.
- About the Program
Oregon wine pioneers
- Winter Pruning in Wine Country
Workers in the Willamette Valley prepare the vines for the upcoming growing season.
- What's So Special About Oregon Pinot Noir?
Sommelier Rajat Parr explains why he loves Oregon Pinot noir.
- Susan Sokol Blosser on Sustainability
The wine pioneer talks about achieving sustainability in their family-owned business.
- Dick Erath Makes Wine
Visit with NW wine pioneer Dick Erath as he brews up a batch of homemade Pinot noir.
- ¡Salud!
Visit an innovative healthcare program for Oregon's seasonal vineyard workers.
- Oregon Wines Quality Driven
See how a new generation is learning the craft of winemaking.
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