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Abbey Creek Vineyard

Founded by Bertony Faustin · North Plains, OR

The Story

Abbey Creek Vineyard was founded by Bertony Faustin, who became the first Black winemaker in Oregon in 2008. Based in North Plains, Oregon, the vineyard has been a trailblazer for diversity in Pacific Northwest winemaking.
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Bertony Faustin

Founder

Bertony Faustin of Abbey Creek Vineyard became the first Black winemaker in Oregon in 2008. His pioneering work has helped open doors for other Black winemakers in the Pacific Northwest.

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Stories about Abbey Creek Vineyard

Vines of Diversity Event Cultivates Black Ownership in American Wine Industry

A recent event in Tallahassee highlighted Black-owned wineries, shining a spotlight on a segment of the industry historically underrepresented. These initiatives are crucial for fostering greater diversity and providing much-needed visibility to talented Black winemakers.

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Urban Connoisseurs: Advancing Black Excellence in the Wine Industry

Urban Connoisseurs is an organization founded by Marcia Jones in 2011, dedicated to fostering sustainable growth for Black winemakers globally. It provides educational opportunities, mentorship, and financial support to cultivate future generations of Black wine professionals.

Discriminatory Lending Practices and Their Impact on Black Ownership in the American Beverage Industry

Discriminatory lending practices have historically limited Black entrepreneurs' access to vital capital, severely impacting their ability to establish, grow, and sustain businesses within the American beverage industry. These systemic barriers have perpetuated wealth disparities and hindered the full realization of Black ownership in the sector.

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How we know this

On this being a Black-owned business:

“Abbey Creek Vineyard, Oregon's first black-owned winery.”
https://fiveoaksmuseum.org/bertony-faustin-local-story/