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From the heart of the Oregon Wine Country, Wine Crush Podcast is designed to tell the amazing and colorful stories of the local wine industry. We interview winemakers from the Willamette Valley in a conversational format, and is going in its Season 5!
Hosted by Heidi Moore, sponsored by Country Financial and other local partners, produced by The Daydream Agency, formerly Powered by Portland Radio Project
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Season 06- Episode 1- Joe Dobbes
In this episode, we sit down with Joe Dobbes, a renowned wine maker with over 30 years of experience in the industry. Joe shares his story of how he got into wine making, and his journey from selling marionberries on his family farm, to working in vineyards to becoming one of the most sought-after wine makers in the industry. He also shares his unique approach to wine making, and the innovative techniques he uses to create truly exceptional wines. Don't miss this exciting episode with one of the true masters of the wine making craft!
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Jan 27, 2023
Idaho Special - EP07 -Hells Canyon & Zhoo Zhoo Eine
In this episode, we visit a family-run winery in the beautiful Sunnyslope region of Idaho. The winery, run by three sisters, has a unique approach to their branding and marketing, using artwork of supermodel self-portraits from the 60s as labels for their wines. The sisters share the history of their winery, which was started by their ambitious and entrepreneurial father, and how they work to stand out in the industry. They also talk about the wine-making process and the different styles and varietals they produce, as well as the beautiful location and scenery that visitors can experience while visiting the winery. Tune in to hear the story of this pioneering winery and learn about the delicious wines they produce.
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Jan 22, 2023
Idaho Special - EP06 - Hat Ranch
In this episode of Wine Crush, we explore the beautiful Hat Ranch vineyard in Idaho and learn about the rich history and passion behind the brand. Join us as we meet the vineyard's owner, Tim, and discover his unique perspective on winemaking and branding. Take a behind-the-scenes look at their recent bottling of 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon and 2020 Syrah, said to be some of the best wines ever made by Tim. Meet the vineyard's beloved companion, Hawk, and hear about the collaborative and friendly atmosphere of the Idaho wine industry. Get a sneak peek at the upcoming Alzheimer's walk in September, an event close to Tim's heart. Don't miss this exciting episode of Wine Crush, where we explore the best of Hat Ranch vineyard and the Idaho wine industry.
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Jan 2, 2023
Idaho Special - EP05 - Fujishin Cellars
Our 5th trip on our Idaho Road Trip lands us at the sweet space occupied by Fujishin Cellars! Join us as we chat with wine maker and owner Martin Fujishin!
Martin has been working in the wine industry for 19 years and is currently a winemaker in Idaho. The Idaho wine industry is rapidly evolving and Martin has seen changes in consumer preferences, particularly a shift towards red wine. Martin and his partner Teresa prioritize accessibility in their wines and have developed a reputation as a serious wine region. They make small batches of wine, with an average size of 200 cases, and work with a variety of vineyards to have control over the entire wine-making process.
Martin and his team have also created a sweet pink blend called "Bubble Bath Blush" that has gained popularity with consumers. Martin values creating wines that appeal to new wine drinkers and not just those who are serious about wine.
Martin is a winemaker in Idaho who has been in the industry for 19 years. He and his partner Teresa started their business with a focus on Riesling and Chardonnay, but have since adapted to the changing consumer market and now produce a variety of red wines as well. They prioritize making their wines accessible and enjoyable for all types of consumers, including those who are new to wine.
Martin has a background in vineyard management and sources grapes from a range of vineyards, including those he used to work with. The business produces around 6,000 cases of wine per year, with an average batch size of 200 cases. One of their most popular wines is the "Amatino," a red blend named after the founders' screen names in the game World of Warcraft. They also have a sweet pink blend called "Bubble Bath Blush," which has gained a following among both new and seasoned wine drinkers.
Overall, Martin enjoys the diversity and challenges of the wine industry and is constantly seeking ways to adapt and evolve their business to meet the changing needs of consumers.
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Dec 16, 2022
Idaho Special - EP04 - Bitner Vineyards
Welcome to Wine Crush Podcast and another stop into our Idaho Road Trip! This stops lands us with Ron Bitner of Bitner Vineyards. As a retire bee researcher, he has travelled the world studying these amazing little insects. This led to a highly interesting conversation on the bee’s themselves, the vineyard and the wonderful wine created at Bitner Vineyards! Enjoy the episode!
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Dec 4, 2022
Wine Crush Special Edition- Gary Conway
What do you get when you mix a Hollywood Legend, an extremely unique part of earth and farming? You get a very dynamic story and phenomenal farming experience! Carmody McKnight is an extraordinary vineyard owned by the Hollywood legend Gary Conway and the gorgeous former Miss America Marian McKnight! Together they have tended the vines, made the wine and brought Tuscan Olive Oil to the world!
Join is as we spend our time talking with Gary about Hollywood, his art, Paso Robles and Wine!
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Nov 26, 2022
Idaho Special - EP03- Veer Wine Project
Hello Idaho and to our 3rd stop in our Idaho Road Trip Series! We welcome Will Wetmore owner, winemaker extraordinaire of Veer Wine Project! Will joins us to talk about his adventures to what is now Veer and so many more things he’s involved in! Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride!
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Nov 4, 2022
Idaho Special - EP02 - Potter Wines
Idaho keeps giving us more and more great stuff to explore and enjoy! The Wine Crush Road Trip next stop is with Crystal Potter of Potter Wines! Potter Wines is an urban winery in Garden City on the outskirts of Boise. Don't let the outside appearance detract you from the personality and great wine you experience as soon as you walk in the doors! Join us as we chat with Crystal and learn about the story and vision of Potter Wines!
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Oct 21, 2022
Idaho Special - EP01 - Huston Vineyards
Hello Idaho! We are so excited to have taken our very first Wine Crush Road trip and we enjoyed everything that the Sunnyslope area had to offer! Great Wine, delicious food and amazing people! First up on our road trip was Mary Alger of Huston Vineyards. One of the pioneers of the area and a major voice in the development of the Sunnyslope AVA. Join us as we talk about Idaho Wine, Family farming and the amazing wines they produce out on Chicken Dinner Road!
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Oct 3, 2022
Season 5, E18 Approachment Wine and 14 Acres Vineyard
Join us for our Season 5 Season FINALE!!!! We bring the dynamic duo or Jessica and Paden West with Approachment Wines to the studio to share their distinguished journey into the Oregon Wine Industry. Joining them is Charlotte and Dave Ragen of 14 Acres Vineyard. Dave explains why they decided to buy a winery the day BEFORE harvest began. Can we say brave and a little wild!
Season 5 has been quite the journey across the wine industry and we hope you've enjoyed it! Season 6 will be kicking off early 2023 and will be just as great! Cheers!
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Sep 23, 2022
Season 5, E17 Brooks Winery
We've got a reboot of our very first episode! We are very excited to have Janie Brooks back in the studio and this time she brought wine maker Chris Williams. We have a full hour with Janie and Chris this time around and it gives us some extra time to learn about all things Brooks! Join us as we chat about Jimi's legacy, Riesling and all the happening things around Brooks Wine! Coming soon... the full video of our interview on our YouTube Channel !!
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Aug 27, 2022
Season 5, E16 Coquina Wines & 00 Wines
Join us as we bring in two dynamic ladies both with a passion for aromatic and high quality white wine! Kathryn from 00 Wines tells us all about their love and passion for Chardonnay. Second Up we bring you the lovely and energetic Dana Benn with Coquina Wines and she shared with us their first ever bottling of Pinot Gris. What a delight to have an all girl crew in the studio!
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Aug 12, 2022
Season 5, E15 3 Goats Vineyard & Helioterra Wine
Wow what a show this one was!!! Join us for the fun, laughs and wine talk with Chris and Candice of 3 Goats Vineyard and Anne Hubatch of Helioterra! This could be the rowdiest show yet! Stick around for the outtakes… they are pure gold! Cheers!
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Jul 29, 2022
Season 5, E14 Leah Jorgensen Cellars and Vincent Wine Company
Here we are again with two dynamic personality driven winemakers! Please join us as we welcome the charismatic Leah Jorgensen! Leah is all about Cab Franc and all the many ways it can be expressed! She has other surprises for us as well ! She is definitely not a one trick pony! Second up is the cool as cool Vincent with Vincent Wine Company. Vincent shares with us his upbringing and life experiences that landed him in the Willamette Valley, as well as, his approach to his wines! They two are def an amazing duo! Cheers and enjoy the show!
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Jul 15, 2022
Season 5, E12 -Bravuro Cellars and Paradis Vineyard
Episode 12 of Season 5 brings us big bold reds and a team of brothers!! We welcomed in Steve from Bravuro telling us all about why he focuses on big bold reds and why it’s unique to the Willamette Valley. Second up was Tim and Pierre of Paradis Vineyards! This is a great brotherly partnership team of making wine and growing vines! A true family farming project going back generations! Grab a glass of wine and join us!
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Jun 23, 2022
Season 5, E11 - Lange Estate Winery & Vineyard
Episode 11 brings us another legend! We welcome Jesse Lange of Lange Estates! Jesse is second generation in Oregon Wine Country and is winemaker and fully involved in vineyard operations. Listen in as he talks about growing up in wine country, the wine Lange is so proud of and all the other crazy trails we venture down! Cheers!
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Jun 11, 2022
Season 5, E10 - 2 Towns Ciderhouse
Hello Cider! We are so excited to chat with Dave Takush with 2 Towns Ciderhouse! He brings us the story of how 2 Towns Cider came to be and the exciting world of hard cider! What an afternoon learning about "apple wine"! Tune in to enjoy the show and learn MANY things I bet you didn't know!
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May 27, 2022
Season 5, E09 Division Winemaking Company
WOW! What a show! Tom Monroe and Kate Norris from Division Winemaking Company joined for our next Legends Episodes! Learn about this dynamic pairs origination into wine and where Division Wine is going in the future! Join us for another exciting and action packed episode of Wine Crush!
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May 13, 2022
Season 5, E08 - Pray Tell Wine and Authentique Cellars
The origin story of making wine on the streets of Philadelphia and the falling in love with wine through experiences of different cultures are part of the charm of the stories behind Tom Caruso of Praytell Wine and Nick Keeler of Authentique Cellars. Join as we hear the origin stories, learn their history and why they make wine!
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Apr 21, 2022
Season 5, E07 - Élevée Wines and Mad Violets Wine Co
What a great show with 3 veterans of the Oregon Wine industry! I love a great conversation and this episode did not disappoint! We welcomed in Tom Fitzpatrick of Élevée Wine and Stirling Fox and Kelly Kidneigh of Mad Violets Wine Co! Having 3 guests that know each other led to some great conversation about wine making, wine growing and life in the wine industry! Join as we talk to this dynamic trio!
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Mar 31, 2022
Season 5, E06 Andy Lytle and Wynne Peterson-Nedry
Lets kick this episode off with a bang! Featuring the duo of Andy Lytle with Lytle Barnett and AuBaine Wine along with Wynne Peterson-Nedry with Ridgecrest and RR Wines, this is a show of all shows! The conversations, the wine and the introduction of our new food pairing segment really make this episode stand out! Lets explore the Willamette Valley Wine region and all it has to offer! Listen in and enjoy!
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Mar 17, 2022
Season 5, E05 - "Legends" Series Alex Sokol Blosser
Lets take a trip back in time and learn all about the origination
of Oregon’s Wine Country! Alex Sokol
Blosser joins us for our next “Legend”. Susan Sokol Blosser and Bill Blosser were one
of the very first to arrive in the Willamette Valley with the dream to plant
grapes and create great wine! As a true
second generation of Oregon wine, Alex is now the head wine maker and Co-President
of the Winery with his sister Allison and joined us to share lots of stories,
insights and laughs on what it took to create what is now Sokol Blosser!
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Mar 10, 2022
Season 5, E04 - Longplay Wine and Blue Bird Hill Cellars
Grab a glass of vino and lets spin some vinyl! This
episode we will be meeting two very lively wineries, living life on the “wild”
side! First up is Todd Hansen with Longplay Wine! As a lover of old
records, Todd and crew will set the mood with their choice from the extensive
collection of old vinyl in their newly constructed tasting room! Wine is
like music, there are many different genres and styles! Come enjoy Longplay’s
style of wine… no overdubbing and no remixing! Second up is the highly
energetic Sue and Nick from Bluebird Hill Cellars! Tucked in the hills of
the Southern Willamette Valley you will find a lovely estate vineyard,
bluebirds aplenty and gorgeous wine waiting to be enjoyed amongst the bluebirds
and beautiful gardens! Listen as they describe the place, the nature to enjoy
and the wines they create to share!
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Mar 3, 2022
Season 5, E03 - Vidon Vineyard and Beckham Estates
Episode 3 of Wine Crush finds us enjoying the Newberg Area
of the Willamette Valley. First up is the crew from Vidon Vineyard!
Drew, Erin, Dave and Tiquette introduce us to the new energy and plans for
Vidon Vineyard, while honoring the past! In the heart of the Willamette Valley
you will find many of the favorites you know the Valley for but they have some
surprises to offer as well ! And second on the agenda is Andrew Beckham from
Beckham Estates and WOW do they have some cool things up on at their estate on
Parrett Mountain! Between unique varietals and creating his own Amphora’s, it’s
a story worth listening too and an estate worth finding! Grab a glass of wine,
sit back and enjoy!
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Feb 11, 2022
Season 5, E02 - "Legends" Series Left Coast Cellars
Season 5 Episode 2 is the introduction to our new “Legends” Series of Wine Crush Podcast! This was our very first live audience recording with great questions and interactions from the audience. Let me introduce you to our first legends guests, Taylor Pfaff and Joe Wright of Left Coast Estate. With their beautiful wines, farm to fork foods to grace their tasting room, farming practices, Old Savanna Restoration project, and the holistic approach to their vineyards and property, they are true legends to us! Located in the Rickreal area of the Van Duzer Corridor, Left Coast is graced by Ocean Breezes that helps their vineyard produce unique and interesting fruit, which in turn helps to create phenomenal wines! Taylor and Joe bring us the history, ecological ideologies, and the marvelous wines of Left Coast!
Left Coast Estate ( Willamette Valley- Van Duzer AVA)
www.leftcoastwine.com
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Feb 3, 2022
Season 5, E01 - Parra Wine Co & Sun Break Wine & Cider
Season 5 of Wine Crush Podcast starts now! We are welcoming in two amazing producers of wine and cider from Oregon’s Willamette Valley to the podcast, Sam Parra with Parra Wine Co and David Patte of Sun Break Wine and Cider. First up was David with Sun Break! The road from childhood experience in France to a chance job out west has shaped Sun Breaks Wine and Cider styles. David explains these influences and what makes his wine and cider different from other producers. Next up is Sam Parra with Parra Wine Co. His roots in the wine industry stem back to the beginning of Napa Valley and his grandfathers work in the vineyard. His wines are really standing out in the valley and his future looks like its full of great wine!
Sun Break Wine and Cider ( Willamette Valley)
www.sunbreakwinecider.com
Parra Wine Co ( Willamette Valley)
www.parrawineco.com
Food Partner Fellowship of the Grill
www.fellowshipofthegrill.com
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Aug 26, 2021
Season 4, E9 – Suzor Wines & Lava Terrace Cellars
Episode 9, of Season 4 is out now! Listen in as we talk story, origins, and wines with another two wonderful producers of the Oregon wine country. We brought our first from Bend, Oregon (Lava Terrace) and we learned so much about that hidden wine-growing region with vastly different climates. Their vineyard sits at roughly 3,000 elevation as well! Suzor Wines has a beautiful love story that stems all the way to adventurous Montreal and France. Both husband and wife duos! Please join us in welcoming them to wine crush podcast!
Suzor Wines (Willamette Valley): https://www.suzorwines.com/
Lava Terrace Cellars (Bend): https://lavaterracecellars.com
Food partner: Biscuit and Pickles Catering https://biscuitandpickles.com/
Major thanks to our former producer: Portland Radio Project for helping us get our start.
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Jun 29, 2021
Season 4, E8 – Domaine Divio & Cho Wines
Episode 8, of Season 4 is out now! We have our first french winemaker from Burgandy, Bruno Corneaux now in the Willamette Valley of Oregon, and 1st-time producers Dave and Lois Cho. Please join us in welcoming them to wine crush podcast!
Domaine Divio: https://domainedivio.com/
Cho Wines: https://getchowines.com/
Food partner: Biscuit and Pickles Catering https://biscuitandpickles.com/
Major thanks to our former producer: Portland Radio Project for helping us get our start.
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Jun 23, 2021
Season 4, E7 – Andante Vineyard & Corollary Wines
Welcome back Wine Crush Podcast supporters! Episode 7, of Season 4 is out now! Bubbles, and the Van Duzer Corridor AVA and the winds that come with it, is what this episode is all about! Please join us in welcoming Andante Vineyard and Corollary Wines to the podcast
Major thanks to our former producer: Portland Radio Project for helping us get our start.
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May 7, 2021
Season 4, E6 – Crew Work Wines & Holloran Vineyard Wines
Wine Crush Podcast
Thanks for being here for another episode of Season 4 of 2021. I'm your host, Heidi Moore and I talk with local winemakers to share their colorful stories behind the vine. Sometimes we get geeky, but we'll always talk about the origin stories to Oregon terroir and what you can expect from their wine.
This episode features two wineries from here in the Willamette Valley - Crew Work Wines & Holloran Vineyard Wines. Follow along to see what we're up to, we engage in all sorts of fun wine events, food events, and care deeply about involving other industry partners within the Oregon Wine Industry.
Major thanks to our former producer: Portland Radio Project for helping us get our start. Please Subscribe! Learn More At Www.Winecrushpodcast.Com And Follow Us On Instagram @Winecrushpodcast
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Apr 14, 2021
Season 2, E6 - Pudding River Wine Cellars & Gonzales Wine Company
Welcome back to Wine Crush! In this episode, we sat with local Oregon winemakers, Sean from Pudding River Wine Cellars, and Cristina from Gonzales Wine Company to learn more about their wines.
First up, comes from a winery that was formerly a poultry farm, that is dedicated to producing world-class wines through sustainable methods.
The other hones in on a single mother and self-taught entrepreneur whose winemaking is influenced by the magical dynamic between food, wine, and friends.
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Apr 13, 2021
Season 4, E5 – Harper Voit Winery & Alumbra Wines
Wine Crush Podcast
Thanks for being here for another episode of Season 4 of 2021. I'm your host, Heidi Moore and I talk with local winemakers to share their colorful stories behind the vine. Sometimes we get geeky, but we'll always talk about the origin stories to Oregon terroir and what you can expect from their wine.
This episode features two wineries from here in the Willamette Valley - Harper Voit Winery & Alumbra Cellars. Follow along to see what we're up to, we engage in all sorts of fun wine events, food events, and care deeply about involving other industry partners within the Oregon Wine Industry.
Major thanks to our former producer: Portland Radio Project for helping us get our start. Please Subscribe! Learn More At Www.Winecrushpodcast.Com And Follow Us On Instagram @Winecrushpodcast
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Mar 30, 2021
Season 4, E4 – Torii Mor Winery & 4031 Wines
Wine Crush Podcast
Thanks for being here to ring in not only the new year of 2021 but the premiere of Season 4, Episode 4! I'm your host, Heidi Moore and I talk with local winemakers to share their colorful stories behind the vine. Sometimes we get geeky, but we'll always talk about the origin stories to terroir.
This episode features two wineries from here in the Willamette Valley - Torii Mor Winery from Dundee, & 4031 Wines from McMinnville.
Major thanks to our former producer: Portland Radio Project for helping us get our start. Please Subscribe! Learn More At Www.Winecrushpodcast.Com and follow us on Instagram @winecrushpodcast
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Mar 12, 2021
Season 4, E3 – Trout Lily Ranch & De La Boue Wines
Brought to you from the heart of the Oregon Wine Country, Wine Crush Podcast featuring Trout Lily Ranch, and De La Boue Wines is out now!
Our approach to wine is casual and conversational to uncorking the stories behind the vine with winemakers from the Willamette Valley. We talk about origin stories, to terroir, to farm animal antics!
Give us a listen, a subscribe, a follow on Instagram, and be sure to follow our guests!
Find us at www.winecrushpodcast.com
www.troutlillyranchpinot.com
www.delaboue.com
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Jan 29, 2021
Season 4, E2 – Antiquum Farm & Winery
Wine Crush Podcast
Thanks for being here to ring in not only the new year of 2021 but the premiere of Season 4, Episode 2! I'm your host, Heidi Moore and I talk with local winemakers to share their colorful stories behind the vine.
This episode features Antiquum Farm and Winery located just outside Junction City in Oregon. Recorded in our brand new studio, at our downtown McMinnville office.
Major thanks to our former producer: Portland Radio Project for helping us get our start. Please Subscribe! Learn More At Www.Winecrushpodcast.Com
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Jan 15, 2021
Season 4, E1 – Nomen Wine & Bellingar Estates
Wine crush Podcast
Thanks for being here to ring in not only the new year of 2021 but the premiere of Season 4! I'm your host, Heidi Moore and I talk with local winemakers to share their colorful stories behind the vine. This episode features Nomen Wine & Distaff Wine Evan Bellingar of Bellingar Estates recorded for the first time in our brand new studio, at our downtown McMinnville office.
Major thanks to our former producer: Portland Radio Project for helping us get our start. Please subscribe! learn more at www.winecrushpodcast.com
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Apr 13, 2020
Season 3, E4 - Ricochet Wine Company & The Winery at Manzanita
Welcome to Season 3, episode 4 of Wine Crush Podcast! Based out of the Oregon Wine Country, I am your host - Heidi Moore. I talk with local winemakers to share their colorful stories behind the vine. Powered by Portland Radio Project, Wine Crush is broadcasted on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 4:00 pm PST. You can tune in to 99.1 FM in the heart of Portland – or stream from anywhere worldwide online.
In this episode, we uncork two stories from local winemakers. The first tells of the building of a winery experience located directly on the Oregon Coast. And the second holds the creed of, “Low-impact winemaking. High-impact causes.” Guests
Joe Knox, Winemaker, The Winery At Manzanita & Portland Wine Bar
Erich Berg, Owner & Winemaker, Ricochet Wine
To read the full story, go here to the Wine Crush Podcast website: https://winecrushpodcast.com/ricochet-manzanita-wine/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/winecrushoregon/message
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Mar 10, 2020
Season 3, E3 - Et Fille Wines & Benedetto Vineyards
In this episode, we’ll uncork two new wine stories. The first is about a winery that perpetuates the hand-in-hand collaboration of its co-founders. And the second centers on a three-year-long process between four friends to make their craft what it is today.
Guests
Jessica Mozeico, Co-Founder & Winemaker, Et Fille Wines
Nick Marshall, Co-Owner & Winemaker, Benedetto Vineyards
Guest Biographies
Jessica Mozeico
Jessica Mozeico co-founded Willamette Valley winery Et Fille Wines, which means “and daughter”, with her father Howard Mozeico in 2003. Jessica grew up helping her dad with his winemaking hobby in their garage. She fell in love with wine, though it was a passion she cultivated from the sidelines as she pursued an undergraduate degree from Hamilton College, an MBA from Wharton at the University of Pennsylvania, and a career in biotechnology marketing. After years of leading biotechnology drug launches and marketing teams, Jessica founded Mozeico Consulting to provide st…
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Feb 9, 2020
Season 3, E2 - Valcan Cellars & Winderlea Vineyard
Valcan Cellars and Winderlea Vineyard talks with us in the studio about their stories, and family history of making wine.
In this episode, we hear one story centered on second careers, a well-planned next chapter, and the pursuit of a shared passion. Then we uncork a second story coming from one of a multi-generational line of wine entrepreneurs, who focus on an Argentinean approach to fermentation.
GuestsBill Sweat, Founder & Winemaker, Winderlea Winery
JP Valot, Owner & Winemaker, Valcan Cellars
Guest Biographies
Bill Sweat & Donna Morris
The kernels of Winderlea were spun over milestone birthdays and anniversaries travels to Bill Sweat & Donna Morris's favorite wine regions, and nightly dinners with a bottle of wine after good and not so good days at the office. In the early 90s they fell in love with Pinot Noir. Its elegance and sensuality – and the beautiful way it paired with a range of foods delighted them. As they tasted through wines from across the country they found…
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Jan 9, 2020
Season 3, E1 - One Love Cellars & Utopia Vineyard
Welcome to Season 3 of Wine Crush Podcast! Where we exact the color from behind the vine of the Willamette Valley's Wine Country wineries. Hosted by Heidi Moore, wine lover and winery insurance agent at Country Financial. Enjoy, and don't forget to share, rate, and subscribe!
Visit us on the web at www.winecrushpodcast.com, and on Instagram www.instagram.com/winecrushpodcast
In this episode, we uncork two unique wine stories. The first comes from a daughter and mother operation rooted in tradition, adventure and good dirt. The other centers on a family-owned producer of small-lot, handcrafted, estate wines, with a special emphasis on world-class Pinot Noir.
Guests
Kate Taylor, Operations & Vineyard Manager, One Love Cellars
Dan Warnshuis, Owner/Winemaker, Utopia Vineyard
Winery Biographies
One Love Cellars
https://onelovecellars.com/
This adventure started in 2006, in an unfinished basement with a bumper crop of raspberries in Michigan. The fermentation obsession brought the…
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Oct 6, 2019
Season 2, E12 - Teutonic Wine Company & Archer Vineyard
Featuring Archer Vineyard: https://www.archervineyard.com/
and Teutonic Wine Company: https://teutonicwines.com/
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Sep 10, 2019
Season 2, E12 – Airlie Winery & Varnum Vintners
Wine Crush Podcast is hosted by Heidi Moore, a wine enthusiast and winery/agriculture insurance agent with Country Financial. She's born and raised in Tillamook, Oregon! Thank you to our sponsor, _Country Financial_!
In this episode, we're talking with Airlie Winery and Varnum Vintners! One being women-owned and operated, as well as dog-friendly, and LIVE certified. The other focuses on small-production and emphasizes working with the wines they love as well as a bit of experimentation. Tune in for another episode, and be sure to download or subscribe, and follow us on social media!
Thank you to our former producer Portland Radio Project.
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Aug 6, 2019
Season 2, E10 - Domaine Roy & Hanson Vineyards
In this episode, host Heidi Moore will guide us through the stories of two local winemakers. The first episode shows how one little phone call can open up the viticultural opportunity of a lifetime. And the second comes from a winery that describes their wines in 3 words: acid-driven, transparent, and adventurous.Guests
Jared Etzel, Winemaker, Domaine Roy
Jason Hanson, Winemaker, Hanson Vineyards
Guest Biographies
Jared Etzel
Jared grew up on the Beaux Freres Vineyard and was schooled in Enology and Viticulture at Oregon State University. He worked vintages at Cristom and Brick House Vineyards before traveling to Spain where he worked at Artadi & Clos Erasmus. Before developing Domaine Roy, Jared moved to California where he worked with Fisher Vineyards, Kapcsandy, and Blankiet. Jared’s inspiration comes from the many organic and biodynamic estate vineyards making soulful wines specific to their site and vintage.Jason Hanson
Jason did his undergraduate s…
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Jun 10, 2019
Season 2, E8 - Stoller Family Estate & Chehalem Wines
Guests
Melissa Burr, Vice President of Winemaking, Stoller Family Estate
Kate Payne-Brown, Assistant Winemaker, Stoller Family Estate
Katie Santora, Winemaker, Chehalem Wines
Winery Bios:
Stoller Family Estate
Stoller’s LEED Gold and LIVE certified winery combines progressive, environmentally-friendly design with gentle, traditional winemaking practices that minimize their environmental impact. Their gravity flow process offers a more gentle approach to winemaking, allowing a reduction in the amount of energy required for wine production. These factors make them one of the premier sustainable wineries in the Pacific Northwest, and they are proud to be the first LEED Gold Certified winery in the world.
They harvest, process, ferment and age each individual section of fruit separately. This process allows the ability to highlight the unique characteristics and extraordinary diversity of flavors created by the age of the vines, vine density, and micro-climate within each i…
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Apr 13, 2019
Season 2, E6 - Pudding River & Gonzales Wine Company
In this episode, host Heidi Moore will guide us through two stories of local winemakers.
The first comes from a winery that was formerly a poultry farm, but is dedicated to producing world-class wines through sustainable methods – and the second centers on a single mother and self-taught entrepreneur whose winemaking is influenced by the magical dynamic between food, wine, and friends. Guests
Sean Allen, Owner & Winemaker, Pudding River Wine Cellars
Cristina Gonzales, Owner & Winemaker, Gonzales Wine Company
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Apr 12, 2019
Season 2, E7 - Yamhill Valley Vineyards & J Wrigley Vineyards
In this episode, host Heidi Moore will guide us through two stories of local winemakers.
The first comes from the oldest running winery in the McMinnville AVA – and the second centers on a family vineyard with an extensive history of working the land. Guests
Ariel Eberle, Winemaker, Yamhill Valley Vineyards
Jody Wrigley, Co-Owner, J Wrigley Vineyards
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Mar 9, 2019
Season 2, E5 - Hundred Suns Wines & Johan Vineyards
In this episode, host Heidi Moore will guide us through two stories of local winemakers. The first comes from a couple who sought to build a life of adventure in the form of winemaking – the second demonstrates how if a vineyard is treated as an entire living organism, it will best showcase its identity through the fruit it develops. Guests
Grant Coulter & Renée Saint-Amour, Co-founders & Winemakers, Hundred Suns Wine
Morgan Beck, Winemaker, Johan Vineyards
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Feb 8, 2019
Season 2, E4 - Flat Brim Wines & Jackalope Cellars
In this episode, host Heidi Moore will guide us through two stories of local winemakers. The first takes its name from a particular family heirloom, very special to the craftsman – the second draws inspiration from mythology and the fact that there’s always something new to learn. Guests
Ian Atkins, Founder & Winemaker, Flat Brim Wines
Corey Schuster, Owner & Winemaker, Jackalope Wine Cellars
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Jan 11, 2019
Season 2, E3 - Aerea Wines & Bud's Bloom
In this episode, host Heidi Moore will guide us through two stories of local Oregon winemakers. The first draws inspiration from the camaraderie of the process – the second showcases how the study of engineering can lead to winemaking. Guests
Ian Burrows, Founder & Winemaker, Aerea Wines, head of Consulon
Greg Van Dyke, Owner & Winemaker, Bud’s Bloom
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Dec 8, 2018
Season 2, E2 - Bells Up Winery & Whiskey Hill Winery
In the second episode, host Heidi Moore will guide us through two distinct wine stories. The first, Dave Specter from Bells up Winery in Newberg, Oregon, has its roots in something all of us here at PRP love: Music. And the second, Chris Helbling from Whiskey Hill Winery, truly demonstrates how with the art of wine comes family, friendships, and good times.
Host:
Heidi Moore, Wine Enthusiast & Wine insurance agent at country financial
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Nov 10, 2017
Season 2, E1 - Gersing Cellars & Dauntless Wine Co
In the first episode, host Heidi Moore will guide us through two diverse wine stories. The first centers on a veteran-owned and operated winery whose mission is to serve the veteran community through charitable contribution; and the second showcases and urban winery, located in SE Portland, whose philosophy is informed by the old-century winemakers of Europe… and Jazz! Guests
Ben Martin, Co-founder & Winemaker, Dauntless Wine Co.
Jason Gersing, Founder & Winemaker, Gersing Cellars
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