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"Rock Marks Vineyard Site" Article, The News-Review Apr 1970

"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.

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"History Of Owga Is Noted" Article, The News-Review Apr 1970

"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.

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"Roseburg Area 'Ideal' For Growth Of Wine Industry" Article, The News-Review Jan 1969

"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.

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"Million Dollar Industry Brews In Roseburg Area" Article, Steve Shipp Jan 1969

"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.

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Phillip Devito Honors And Awards: Caviste Award, Phillip Devito Jan 1967

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.

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Letter From Joseph Ginet 05, Jospeh Ginet Dec 1912