Interview

This interview is with Morgan and Jessica Broadley of Broadley Vineyards. In this interview, Morgan and Jessica speak about their growing interest in wine, and taking over as the second generation at Broadley Vineyards. Morgan talks about growing up with his parents in the industry, and having to develop his own passion for wine, while Jessica talks about her growing role and the entrepreneuership she has brought to the business.

Both talk about the joys and challenges of working with family, and about the difficulties of the past few years for everyone in the industry. And they share stories of the adventures they’ve had in the Oregon wine industry.

This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Broadley Vineyards on February 8, 2023.

Interview

This interview is with Craig and Claudia Broadley of Broadley Vineyards. In this interview, Craig and Claudia speak about growing up in Sacramento, getting intrigued by wine while living in San Francisco, and eventually following a dream of Pinot Noir to Oregon, finding land and starting Broadley Vineyards in the 1980s.

They tell stories of wine-related adventures, including some harrowing moments installing their original vineyard. They also talk about the transition to their son (Morgan) and his wife (Jessica) taking over the business, and how Broadley has grown and expanded. Finally, they talk about what they’re proudest of from their wine journey so far.

This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Broadley Vineyards in Monroe on February 8, 2023.