INTERVIEWER
Schmidt, Rich
DURATION
1 hour 21 minutes 10 seconds
DATE
April 7, 2022
INTERVIEW SUMMARY
This oral history interview is with David Brown of Mitchell Wine Group and Threemile Vineyard. David talks about growing up in Portland and being intrigued by growing things and building businesses from an early age. He talks about starting the Mitchell Wine Group, building a team and his leadership philosophy.
Later, he talks about finding, purchasing and developing Threemile Vineyard in The Dalles, as well as looking at the future of the Oregon wine industry, specifically in the Columbia Gorge.
This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at David’s home in Wilsonville on April 7, 2022.
COMMENTS
Some oral history interviews are conducted on site and may contain background noise from nature, winery, or tasting room operations.
SPECIAL THANKS
Eve Sczechowski for secondary camera and editing assistance.