This interview is with Rob and Maria Stuart, the owners of R.Stuart & Co. Winery. Maria talks about her initial attraction to the wine industry because of its food component, while Rob discusses how wine is a common ground for friendships and community to form. The Stuarts’ speak on their dynamic partnership and connection to Linfield College through IPNC.
This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt on May 30th, 2018 at the Nicholson Library on the Linfield College campus.
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.