The Bogle Story (The Bogle Family)

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From pioneers who settled in the Sacramento River Delta in the late 1870’s, to becoming one of the largest family-owned and operated wineries in the United States today, this episode reveals the history of Bogle Family Wine Collection.  Listen and learn about the journey of the Bogle family, and how today, the 6th generation siblings of Jody, Warren and Ryan Bogle remains firmly rooted in the family business.   

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Join the Bogle Family as they explore the history, farming, winemaking, and the various brands that make up the Bogle Family Wine Collection. From the family’s history in the wine industry to its efforts to be more eco-friendly, both in the fields and with the bottles they use, to the story behind each brand they have created, the Bogle Story is a podcast series designed to educate and inspire.

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Jody Bogle is joined by Eric Aafedt, Vice President of Winemaking and the 2024 Winemaker of the Year, to talk about his 30-years at Bogle Family Wine Collection.  Eric discusses the art and science of barrel aging, revealing how this method sets Bogle’s wines apart from that of the competition, and provides insights into the meticulous techniques behind crafting Bogle's signature wines, while highlighting the balance between tradition and innovation. 

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In this episode, Jody Bogle is joined by Dana Stemmler, Winemaker at Bogle Family Wine Collection. Dana's journey to become an artisan winemaker was inspired by a life-changing trip to Italy, when she swapped a passion for art history with a love of wine.  In her 18th year at Bogle, Dana shares her commitment to crafting wines that reflect both nature's bounty and human ingenuity. 

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Jody Bogle sits down with Chris Smith, Director of Winegrowing, to discuss Chris' 30+ remarkable years at Bogle Family Wine Collection. Chris shares what makes Clarksburg such a special place to grow winegrapes and why Bogle sources fruit from grower partners across the state: both being instrumental in shaping the company today.  As one of Bogle’s first employees, Chris also shares some fun memories of his early years at the winery. 

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Jody Bogle sits down with Stephanie Bolton, Program Director of the Lodi Rules for Sustainable Wine Growing Program.  Stephanie unpacks the fascinating journey of Lodi Rules, from its beginnings as an integrated pest management initiative to becoming a global benchmark for sustainable farming practices. Stephanie spotlights the Bogle family's trailblazing role in embracing and spreading these sustainable practices, proving that the art of winemaking can harmonize with environmental stewardship.
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Jody Bogle sits down with Jessica LaBounty, Director of Marketing, to discuss Juggernaut Wines and Element[AL] Wines.  As two brands that are relatively new to the Bogle Family Wine portfolio, Jessica shares what makes each brand stand apart from the competition and each brand’s distinct personality.  Learn about the unique selling points of these wines that will resonate with buyers, as well as their continued potential for growth in the marketplace.

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Jody Bogle sits down with her brother Ryan, who serves as Vice President and CFO of Bogle Family Wine Collection, to discuss his role, winery operations and the company’s focus on sustainable winemaking. Ryan shares his pathway into the family business, why the family decided to invest in a new state-of-the-art winery in Clarksburg, how they are operating in an eco-friendly way and what vision the family has for the future of the business.  

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Jody Bogle chats with Whitney Hartwell, Brand Manager at Bogle Family Wine Collection.  Whitney shares the history and evolution of what she calls the Family Brands: those that are connected to the Bogle Family history:  Bogle Family Vineyards, Phantom Wines, and Twenty Acres by Bogle.   With unique origins, personalities and promotional opportunities, each brand’s authenticity speaks for itself within the Bogle portfolio and in the market as well. 

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Jody Bogle sits down with her brother Warren Bogle, President and Vineyard Director.  Warren reflects on the evolution of practices over the past 27 years and discusses how the Bogle family has embraced change over three generations.  Listen as Warren shares the importance of commitment, not only over the last decades, but looking forward to the future of Bogle Family Wine Collection. 

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