INTERVIEWER
Schmidt, Rich
DURATION
54 minutes 58 seconds
DATE
May 20, 2021
INTERVIEW SUMMARY
This interview is with Dennis and Marlene Grant of Parrett Mountain Cellars. In this interview, the couple speak about building their business and figuring out how to make wine. They describe the process of finding grapes, forming their brand, and selling their product. They also talk about making big reds, building their tasting room, and creating a wine club.
The couple talk about teaching people who are curious about wine, making wines they enjoy, and delighting in the interactions they have with others in the Oregon Wine community. They go on describe the giving nature of the Oregon Wine Industry, where people are always willing to help, give advice, or lend tools.
This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Parrett Mountain Cellars in Newberg on May 20, 2021.
COMMENTS
Some oral history interviews are conducted on site and may contain background noise from nature, winery, or tasting room operations.
Oregon Wine History Archive 