The Oregon Wine History Archive Podcast

This interview is with Scott Nelson of Résolu Cellars. In this interview he begins with describing how he began with home winemaking as a hobby, and his hobby later evolving into a business. Scott makes wine with his son Cameron at their urban winery at Scott’s home in Beaverton.

Later in the interview, he explains his decision to work with many different varieties, including some bolder reds. He shares the reception he has received from customers and people in his community. Scott also describes some of his winemaking decisions, and the trials with inoculations and use of his winery space over the years.

Towards the end of the interview Scott looks ahead to the future, and mentoring others in the wine industry. He concludes with advice for joining the wine industry today.

This Oral History Interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt with Scott Nelson on January 26, 2021.

Show Notes

This interview is with Scott Nelson of Résolu Cellars. In this interview he begins with describing how he began with home winemaking as a hobby, and his hobby later evolving into a business. Scott makes wine with his son Cameron at their urban winery at Scott’s home in Beaverton. Later in the interview, he explains his decision to work with many different varieties, including some bolder reds. He shares the reception he has received from customers and people in his community. Scott also describes some of his winemaking decisions, and the trials with inoculations and use of his winery space over the years. Towards the end of the interview Scott looks ahead to the future, and mentoring others in the wine industry. He concludes with advice for joining the wine industry today. This Oral History Interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt with Scott Nelson on January 26, 2021.

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.