INTERVIEWER
Schmidt, Rich
DURATION
1 hour 13 minutes 54 seconds
DATE
June 3, 2024
INTERVIEW SUMMARY
This interview is with Aaron Kendall of Compris Vineyard. In this interview, Aaron speaks about finding his way into the wine industry by being attracted to the hard work, adrenaline and camaraderie. The chance to travel and work was exciting, and Aaron eventually found his way to Oregon.
From there, Aaron talks about his work at Adelsheim, then Beaux Freres, and now Compris. He discusses his evolution as a winemaker and the lessons he picked up along the way. He also talks about Folly of Man, the new brand he and his wife Tracy started, as well as their new estate vineyard in the Eola-Amity Hills.
This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt on June 3, 2024 at Compris Vineyard in Newberg.
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COMMENTS
Some oral history interviews are conducted on site and may contain background noise from nature, winery, or tasting room operations.