The Oregon Wine History Archive Podcast

This interview is with Mike and Robin Murto, owners of Murto Vineyard. In this interview, Mike and Robin discuss why they chose to grow grapes, and the difficulties in taking care of the land alongside their day jobs. Mike and Robin’s unique trait is that they do the work themselves; making their grapes one of a kind. The couple discusses the challenges seen within the wine industry, as well as the hope for the future. Robin ends with stating that the wine industry is filled with wonderful people, and hopes that the next generation can develop the same kind of community that she was a part of.

This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at the Nicholson Library at Linfield College on July 5th, 2018.

Show Notes

This interview is with Mike and Robin Murto, owners of Murto Vineyard. In this interview, Mike and Robin discuss why they chose to grow grapes, and the difficulties in taking care of the land alongside their day jobs. Mike and Robin’s unique trait is that they do the work themselves; making their grapes one of a kind. The couple discusses the challenges seen within the wine industry, as well as the hope for the future. Robin ends with stating that the wine industry is filled with wonderful people, and hopes that the next generation can develop the same kind of community that she was a part of. This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at the Nicholson Library at Linfield College on July 5th, 2018.

What is The Oregon Wine History Archive Podcast?

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.