The Oregon Wine History Archive Podcast23 Sep 2021

Channing Frye, Jacob Gray, and Chase Renton: Oral History Interview

This interview is with Channing Frye, Jacob Gray, and Chase Renton, partners in Chosen Family wines. Chase described initially learning how to make wine in Italy, and following his studies with working harvests in California, Burgundy, and Oregon. He shares the process of choosing land in the Willamette valley and his support from his family to build the L’Angolo Estate tasting room and winery. Chase tells the story of choosing the name L’Angolo and what the name means for his brand. Channing shared about his years in the NBA, and how wine has become an influential piece of many of the players lives. He describes coming to Oregon and falling in love with every part of the Willamette valley, and what initially drew him to the wine industry. Channing shares what made him decide to start Chosen Family Wines, and his part in the business. Jacob tells of his time in the entertainment industry and what eventually brought him to Oregon. He describes initially discovering his passion and talent for hospitality, which naturally brought him to wine. Jacob shares what his current role at L'Angolo Estate entails, and how he fits in with Chosen Family. The trio discuss the idea behind Chosen Family Wines, and their intent to create a product that will bring people together and facilitates good conversation. They discuss their goals for the future, and upcoming projects toward the end of the interview. Chase, Channing, and Jacob describe what working with each other means to each of them, how their different skill sets complement each other, and what a blast they have working together. This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at L’Angolo Estate on January 26, 2021.

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Zach Mance: Oral History Interview

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Skip & Ruth Tarr: Oral History Interview

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Alberto Alcazar: Oral History Interview

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27 Aug 53min

David Andreani: Oral History Interview

This interview is with David Andreani of Cherry Hill Winery. In this interview, David discusses his beginnings within the wine industry in France and continuing that journey in America.David talks abo...

26 Aug 51min

Eliseo Bell-Uribe: Oral History Interview

This interview is with Eliseo Bell-Uribe of Heartland Ciderworks. In this interview, Eliseo discusses his experiences within the traditional cider industry.Eliseo talks about his decision to join the ...

26 Aug 1h 24min

Will Craigie: Oral History Interview

This interview is with Will Craigie of Bryn Mawr Vineyards. In this interview, Will discusses the many pivots he took that led him to the wine industry.Will talks about his beginnings as a musician an...

24 Aug 1h 23min

Elishca Charles: Oral History Interview

This interview is with Elishca Charles of Kann. In this interview, Elishca discusses her journey through hospitality and what it means to her.Elishca talks about her early aspirations of becoming a mi...

20 Aug 1h 17min

Carrie Higgins: Oral History Interview

This interview is with Carrie Higgins of Press Printing & Packaging. In this interview, Carrie discusses her part within the wine industry and starting her own company.Carrie talks about looking for a...

19 Aug 1h 4min