Bedrock Wine Conversations 043 - Chuy & Eppie Ordaz
Aug 21, 2023
Chewy and Eppie Ordaz, of Palo Alto Vineyard Management and Ordaz Family Wines, share their journey from crossing the border to becoming leaders in the wine industry. They discuss their experiences with immigration, the sale of Kenwood winery, different wine blends, the relationship between winemakers and grape growers, and the impact of climate change on vineyards.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Crossing the Border: Persistence and Help
01:42 • 3min
Coming to the US and Working for Corbellne
05:08 • 2min
Leadership, Language, and Negotiation
07:30 • 2min
Early Days at the Winery
09:22 • 14min
The Sale of Kenwood and Their Variety of Wines
23:20 • 2min
Different Wine Blends and Challenges of Farming in Different Locations
24:52 • 7min
Escape and Evade
31:25 • 5min
The Evolution of Immigration and Wine
36:33 • 15min
Exploring Vineyards and Wine Varieties
51:59 • 8min
The Relationship between Winemakers and Grape Growers
59:46 • 7min
Changes in Climate and Growing Season
01:06:24 • 9min
Hobbies and emotional attachment
01:14:58 • 9min