Title

Vivianne Marks Interview

Media

Interviewer

Schmidt, Rich

Document Type

Video File

Duration

38 minutes 45 seconds

Publication Date

8-16-2019

Disciplines

Oral History | Viticulture and Oenology

Abstract

This interview is an oral history conducted by Linfield College archivist Rich Schmidt with Vivianne Marks of ENSO Winery. The interview took place at ENSO Winery on August 16, 2019.

Vivianne Marks is the assistant winemaker at ENSO Winery. In this interview, Marks talks about how she got started in the wine industry and her education at Washington State University. Marks also discusses her labels RAM Cellars and VIV, her LGBTQIA community involvement, and representation of LGBTQIA people in the wine industry. Marks explains that part of her goal is to be a beacon for others to be visible and exist as themselves, and she discusses why she chooses to give back to support transgender and non-binary individuals. Marks describes her winemaking philosophy, as well as the challenges and benefits of being a small, urban winery. She closes the interview with her thoughts on the future of the Oregon wine industry, and she offers advice for those who haven't historically been a part of the industry but who are looking to enter it.

Comments

Some oral history interviews were conducted on site and may contain background noise from nature, winery, or tasting room operations.

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