Winegrowing in Oregon's Applegate Valley: A Conversation with Master Viticulturist Jason Cole

Troon Vineyard & Farm www.troonvineyard.comGarett Long - Troon Vineyard and Farm director of agriculture - [email protected] Crowley - Chapul Farms - [email protected] www.chapulfarms.comCraig Camp - [email protected]

Troon Conversations are about the people who make Troon, Troon. In this episode, we drink Champagne and talk about a winemaker's life and the making of a career in winemaking with Troon's assistant winemaker, Micah Wagner. Micah is a very passionate winemaker, and this is a very interesting conversation. Troon VineyardMicah Wagner - [email protected] Camp - [email protected]

Nate Winters has worked his way up through the ranks at Troon Vineyard and Farm. Starting in the tasting room, he moved on to work in the vineyard and cellar before taking on national sales for the winery. Along the way, he also became a Certified Sommelier from the Court of Master Sommeliers. Learn about Nate's voyage and what it takes to sell Biodynamic wine in today's marketplace.Troon Vineyard & FarmNate Winters - [email protected] Camp - [email protected]

In this episode of Troon Talk, we dig deeply into Biodynamic viticulture in Oregon's Applegate Valley with Master Viticulturist Jason Cole. Troon VineyardJason Cole - [email protected] Crest Vineyard ServicesCraig Camp - [email protected]

In this episode, we discuss the farm-to-table cooking program at Troon Vineyard & Farm with our Chef-in-Residence, Carl Krause, and farmer and vinegar maker Jennifer Teisl. Troon Vineyard & FarmChef Carl Krause - [email protected] Jennifer Teisl - [email protected] Camp - [email protected]

In addition to our longer Troon Talk episodes, we are adding shorter one-on-one conversations that dig as deep into both the farm and the farmer. In this episode, Troon Vineyard director of agriculture Garett Long tells his story and how the practice of Biodynamics guides our farming at Troon Vineyard & FarmGarett Long - [email protected] Camp - [email protected]

In our first episode of 2026, winemaker Nate Wall and assistant winemaker Micah Wagner discuss the challenges and rewards from the 2025 growing season at Troon Vineyard in Oregon's Applegate Valley and preview the wines we made during this vintage. Nate Wall - [email protected] Wagner - [email protected] Camp - [email protected] Vineyard

This is part two of our winemaking team's deep dive into winemaking techniques and addives, which, of course, we do not use at Troon Vineyard. Winemaker Nate Wall and assistant winemaker Micah Wagner provided an overview of white wine making in the first part. In this episode, they provide detailed insights into the process of making red wine. Part Three will focus on our minimalist winemaking approach here at Troon Vineyard.Troon VineyardNate Wall - [email protected] Wagner - [email protected] Camp - [email protected]

In this episode, we are talking about the Rhône Rangers with a panel all of whom have served as president of the organization. Joining us are:Jason Hass, Tablas Creek, Paso Robles Tony Quealy, Thacher Winery, Paso RoblesLarry Schaffer, Tercero Winery Santa BarbaraCraig Camp, Troon Vineyard, Applegate Valley, OregonThe Rhône Rangers

In this episode of Troon Talk, we dig deeply into Demeter Biodynamic Demeter’s director of certification Evrett Lunquist. Evrett speaks eloquently, based on deep reflection, on what it means to be a Biodynamic farmer and the importance of becoming certified. I have talked with few people more adept at explaining the least understood aspects of Biodynamic practices. His views on how they can be woven together with modern agricultural science to make Biodynamics more valuable than ever, both for the farmer and the Earth.Troon Vineyard www.troonvineyard.com Demeter USA www.demeter-usa.orgGarett Long - [email protected] Camp - [email protected]