David Lauer: Oral History Interview

This interview is with David Lauer of Bryn Mawr Vineyards. In this interview, David talks about his relationship with wine and the different dynamics of his family’s business.David shares about growing up in San Diego and his first impressions of Oregon wine when his parents bought Bryn Mawr Vineyards. He goes on to talk about working his first harvest at Bryn Mawr and how he truly found a passion for the vines and cellar work. Later in the interview, David talks about being part of his family’s business. He then dives into what his current role is and what his hopes for both Oregon and himself are for the future. This interview was conducted by Rich Schmidt at Bryn Mawr Vineyards in Salem on July 21, 2025.