INTERVIEWER
Schmidt, Rich
DURATION
1 hour 31 minutes 58 seconds
DATE
February 27, 2023
INTERVIEW SUMMARY
This interview is with Tim Jones of The Four Graces Winery. In this interview, Tim speaks about discovering his interest in wine while in college in Oregon, and following his interest to working harvests in California. He then talks about furthering his education at UC Davis, and being hired by Chateau Ste. Michelle in Washington.
From there, Tim talks about developing his skills as a winemaker and as a leader, how he decided to come back to Oregon for his position at The Four Graces in 2018, and about how his work has gone since. He also talks about what comes next for himself and the Oregon wine industry.
This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at The Four Graces Winery/Doe Ridge Vineyard on February 27, 2023.
COMMENTS
Some oral history interviews are conducted on site and may contain background noise from nature, winery, or tasting room operations.