Rather than following the expected Midwestern path of fermenting dairy, Wisconsin-native Sam Poehlman brought that fermentation expertise to wine after discovering Oregon wine during her college internship at Argyle. Yesterday, we had the pleasure of interviewing Sam and hearing about this first introduction to the wine industry, which was only the beginning of Sam’s impressive career that has included stops at Wither Hills, King Estate, Tendril Cellars, Domaine Serene, and now Jackson Family.
Not just a summer wine, Amy Streger’s new Lambrusco-inspired, dry sparkling red wine, Endless Season, is meant to be enjoyed year-round. (Not this year, though, since the first vintage is already sold out!) Today, we had the pleasure of interviewing Amy and hearing about her discovery of Lambrusco, her general love of sparkling wines, her journey to Oregon via Colorado and New York, and how her collaboration with Landmass Wines developed.
Long-time wine instructor, shop owner, and wine seller, Erin Palmer of Portland Wine Cellar wears many hats, all with personality and enthusiasm. Today, we had the pleasure of interviewing Erin and hearing about her journey from dot-com survivor to wine shop owner. Over the past 20 years, Erin has used her love of wine and education to create her place within the Oregon wine industry, and she continues to promote diversity and representation with the platform of wine.
Oregon Wine History Archive 