Overview of Bjelland Vineyards Article

This article relates the origin story of Bjelland Vineyards and its available wines, including an invitation from Paul and Mary Bjelland to visit the winery and enjoy a picnic on their property. The article also explains the newly constructed winery can house up to 20,000 gallons of wine and is accompanied by a photograph of the tasting room

Bjelland Vineyards Plans Grand Opening Article

The grand opening of Bjelland Vineyards\u27 samples and sales building is advertised, providing information about the tasting hours and the wines that will be available. The building was made from repurposed wood and square nails from a 100-year-old barn. The article provides additional information about the wines available from Bjelland Vineyards wine. A photograph of Mary Bjelland accompanies the article

At Bjelland Vineyards Outlook Is Exciting Article

This article focuses on Bjelland Vineyards and its prospects for future growth and development. Paul Bjelland is interviewed about the sales of Bjelland wines around the world, as well as some of the trials he faces as a vintner. In 1973 Bjelland Vineyards produced 2,100 gallons of wine, and Bjelland hoped to increase this to 3,000 gallons in 1974; in time, Bjelland would like to see production increase to 20,000 gallons annually. The article is accompanied by a photograph of Paul Bjelland cooping a wine barrel

1972 Oregon Vineyards Directory Article

The \u2772 Oregon Vineyards Directory (as printed in the Roseburg News-Review) features 25 vineyards larger than one acre throughout Oregon. By 1971, 138.2 acres were planted with wine grapes in Oregon, and vineyards projected significant growth for 1972 and beyond

Douglas County Wineries Article

The locations of wine and vineyard establishments, their names, whether they grow grapes or make wine, and all the varieties grown in Douglas County, Oregon are labeled on a custom map which appeared in an issue of the Roseburg News-Review

History of OWGA Is Noted Article

The Oregon Wine Grower\u27s 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\u27s plans for the growth of the wine industry throughout Oregon

Roseburg Area \u27Ideal\u27 for Growth of Wine Industry Article

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

Bjelland Awaits Anniversary Article

This captioned photo collage from the Roseburg News-Review marks the upcoming fifth anniversary for Bjelland Vineyards on October 12, 1975. At this time Bjelland Vineyards was one of the largest planted vineyards in Oregon

Rock Marks Vineyard Site Article

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

Food Pairings for Bjelland Wines Article

This article offers suggestions for pairing wines from Bjelland Vineyards with appropriate meals. Recipes for poisson au vin, eggs a la vin, barbecued salmon and striped bass, and shish kebabs are provided. A primer on wine types and a pronunciation guide are also included