Michael G. Etzel
Founder and original winemaker of Beaux Frères who helped turn a former pig farm in Oregon's Willamette Valley into a renowned Pinot Noir estate and partnered with Robert Parker Jr. to build the brand.
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Apr 10, 2026 • 32min
Episode 286: How to turn a pig farm into a world class pinot noir - the story of Beaux Frères
Michael G. Etzel, founder who turned a pig farm into Beaux Frères, and Mikey Etzel, his son who modernized the winery. They trace the farm-to-legend journey, family tensions and reconciliation, shifting from powerful oak-driven Pinot to terroir clarity, and the influence of Robert Parker on their direction. Conversations focus on viticulture choices, stylistic evolution, and the challenges of running a family estate.
