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"Rock Marks Vineyard Site" Article, The News-Review

Bjelland Winery Documents

The location of Bjelland Vineyards is marked by a rock in Roseburg, Oregon. In 1970, Bjelland Vineyards began planning construction of a winery at the vineyard site. At this time, Bjelland Vineyards is one of the largest vineyards, producing over 1,200 gallons of varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Gamay Beaujolais, Pinot Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc, Zinfandel, Gerwürtztraminer, Semillon, and Sauvignon Blanc. The article is accompanied by an advertisement for special occasion sales and samples at Bjelland Vineyards.

"History Of Owga Is Noted" Article, The News-Review

Bjelland Winery Documents

The Oregon Wine Grower's Association (OWGA) was created in January 1969 with Paul Bjelland as President, Richard Sommer as Vice President, Ted Anderson, Jr. as Secretary, and Dr. T. R. Mafit as Treasurer. The OWGA history and success is described in this clipping from the Roseburg News-Review, providing details about OWGA's plans for the growth of the wine industry throughout Oregon.

"Roseburg Area 'Ideal' For Growth Of Wine Industry" Article, The News-Review

Bjelland Winery Documents

Bjelland Vineyards and Hillcrest Vineyard are used as examples of the opportunities in the wine industry for farmers in the Roseburg area. The newly established Oregon Wine Growers Association (OWGA) has grown to 30 members with as many as 50 attending the monthly dinner meetings. By 1969, both Bjelland and Hillcrest have shown there is a demand for dry table wines reminiscent of European wines.

"Million Dollar Industry Brews In Roseburg Area" Article, Steve Shipp

Bjelland Winery Documents

Paul Bjelland is interviewed by the Roseburg News-Review's Steve Shipp about his developing wine and vineyards. The topic is positioned towards the production opportunities developing in the Roseburg area in the late 1960s.

The Dalmation Green Graft, D Mann, H. R. Rodda

Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4

THE GREEN GRAFT, introduced to the Swan Valley by Dalmatian vignerons many years ago, is carried out in late November or early December, at the stage when the pith of the growing shoot is beginning to whiten.

Because stock and scion are green at this time and the shoots have not started to ripen, the green graft calluses quickly.

The Function And Use Of Sulphur Dioxide In West Australian Winemaking, D Mann

Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4

THE judicious use of sulphur dioxide is perhaps the most important of the fundamentals of winemaking in a hot climate.

Western Australia's vintage, centred in the Swan Valley just a few miles north-east of Perth, is subjected to some of the highest summer temperatures experienced by a quality wine producing district.

In this environment, it is important to make good use of sulphur dioxide to avoid wine spoilage.

Phillip Devito Honors And Awards: Caviste Award, Phillip Devito

Phillip DeVito Documents

This image shows the Al C. Giusti "Caviste" Award, presented by the Chefs de Cuisine Society of Oregon to Phillip DeVito. The back of the medallion says, "For meritorious service as a caviste selected by the Academy of Wine Tasters." DeVito was awarded this medal while working as a sommelier (or "caviste") in Portland, Oregon. He went on to work as the maître d’hôtel and cellar master for the fine dining and wine program at Salishan Lodge in Gleneden Beach, Oregon for 22 years.

Thrips Damage Of Grapes, A N. Sproul

Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4

IN mid-December, a few bunches of Semillon grapes were submitted for examination from a Caversham Vineyard.

Damage to grape berries by thrips has not been recorded before in Western Australia.

Cooking With Wine, O. Evans Scott

Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4

WHENEVER you feel that wholesome meal cookery is becoming uninteresting, and that meals needs "pepping up", try a recipe with wine.

Judicious use of a little wine in cookery can make an amazing difference to everyday dishes.

Black Spot And Powdery Mildew Of Grapes, H L. Harvey

Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4

BLACK spot (or anthracnose) and powdery mildew (or oidium) are diseases that occur commonly on grape vines in W.A.

Marketing Export Grapes, W R. Jamieson

Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4

IN RECENT years there have been many changes in the buying power and of the availability of fresh fruit on our principal overseas grape market, Singapore.

The market has become highly competitive and trade acceptance today demands that only grapes having a large berry size for the particular variety be exported, and that the grapes arrive in sound condition.

Weed Research. 8. Weed Control In The Vineyard, Geoffrey A. Pearce, W. R. Jamieson

Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4

WEED control in the vineyard has been achieved by cultivation for many centuries and it is only during recent years that attention has been given to the use of herbicides for this purpose.

Today there is little risk to the vine in using any one of the herbicides listed in this article, and in general the main considerations governing the use of chemicals for weed control are the cost of the operation and the effect which it is desired to achieve.

Powdery Mildew Or Oidium Of Grapes, H L. Harvey

Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4

POWDERY mildew or oidium, is a disease which is always present to a greater or lesser extent in grapevines in Western Australia.

In seasons favourable for its development it stunts the growth of shoots and leaves and may seriously reduce fruit yields and quality.

Most of our commonly-grown varieties are quite susceptible to the disease, but for the reason that currants are the most extensively grown variety, the overall losses are greatest in this variety.

Letter From Joseph Ginet 05, Jospeh Ginet

Plaisance Ranch Winery Documents

Joseph Ginet writes to his friends about Christmas dinner invitations.

Letter From Joseph Ginet 03, Joseph Ginet

Plaisance Ranch Winery Documents

Joseph Ginet describes his plans and the development of his grapes along with interactions with Charles Nukell.

Letter From Joseph Ginet 04, Joseph Ginet

Plaisance Ranch Winery Documents

No abstract provided.

Armed Forces Class, Unknown

Plaisance Ranch Winery Documents

A member of the Ginet family served in the armed forces in the auxiliary services of the Chambery Division.