This interview is with Maggie Bowman, step-daughter of the late Dick Troon and covers the personal life of Dick Troon, the founder of Troon Vineyard. Bowman recounts her early years at Troon Vineyard and life with Dick Troon and Bowman’s mother, Virginia.
This interview was conducted by Rachael Woody at Troon Vineyard’s Carlton Tasting Room on November 8, 2013.
The Oregon Wine History Archive at Linfield University was created to collect, preserve, share, and continue the narrative of Oregon wine.
The growth of the Oregon wine industry extends from the farmers and winemakers to the marketers, scientists, innovators, and dreamers of the enterprise — all of whom are vital to the industry’s success. It is our aim to link the past, present, and future of the industry in hopes of sharing the story of Oregon wine.
Some oral history interviews are conducted on site and may contain background noise from nature, winery, or tasting room operations.