Adam Rose: Oral History Interview

The Oregon Wine History Archive Podcast

This interview is with Adam Rose of Great Mountain Vineyard. In this interview, Adam dives into all things wine and how he found his way to Oregon and planting a vineyard.

Adam dives into life growing up and all his career passions that eventually led him to find wine. Adam originally wanted to pursue a career that would lead him away from agriculture and into a city. However, after a time spent juggling three restaurant jobs and getting introduced to wine, he found a passion not only for wine but viticulture and harvest too.

Later in the interview, Adam talks about all things viticulture and beginning his vineyard. He shares about everything from proving his site’s climate to becoming a make-shift electrical engineer. Before he leaves, Adam shares some of his hopes and plans for his vineyard in the coming future.

This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Adam’s home in Portland on June 3, 2024.