Fédération Internationale Des Confréries Bachiques bestows the award to individuals
who have made significant contributions to the wine industry
June 6, 2024, Dayton, Ore. — Bill Stoller, the visionary owner of Stoller Wine Group, has been honored with the prestigious Diploma of Honor from the Fédération Internationale des Confréries Bachiques (F.I.C.B.) for his exceptional contributions to the world of wine. One of only two individuals to receive the award this year, this esteemed recognition celebrates Bill’s unwavering commitment to finding harmony between tradition and innovation, honoring heritage while pushing the boundaries of excellence.
This remarkable achievement is a testament to Bill’s journey and dedication to the wine
industry. It traces back to his childhood years spent working on his family farm—now home to Stoller Family Estate and the Stoller Wine Group headquarters—where the seeds of a vision to cultivate an enduring legacy for the land and community were sown. Over the past three and a half decades, Bill has dedicated himself to championing Oregon wines on a global stage while steadily building one of Oregon’s most dynamic family of wineries and the world’s first LEED Gold certified winery. His travels to Canada, France, Italy, Greece, South Africa, New Zealand, and Australia have expanded his network and fortified the world’s appreciation for the excellence and sustainability of Oregon wines. Bill’s relentless pursuit of quality, sustainability, and his personal involvement in the Oregon Wine Brotherhood chapter have paved the way for the growth and success in the international wine community, serving as an inspiration to all.
“This international recognition truly humbles me,” said Bill Stoller. “I’m fortunate to have visited every major wine region around the world, and am filled with gratitude for the opportunity to share the remarkable wines crafted in Oregon, making this accolade all the more meaningful.”
Since its inception, the F.I.C.B. Diploma of Honor has been bestowed upon a mere 26 recipients from 10 countries to recognize the personal commitment, support of wine brotherhoods, and promotion of the F.I.C.B.’s values. Bill Stoller’s unwavering dedication to these principles has made him a deserving recipient of this honor.
The Fédération Internationale des Confréries Bachiques, founded in 1964 in Paris, serves as a platform for wine brotherhoods worldwide, promoting the traditions, quality, and knowledge surrounding wine. With over a hundred member brotherhoods in nearly 30 countries, the F.I.C.B. organizes international events that foster camaraderie and offer exquisite oenogastronomic experiences. Through their motto of “sharing the love and the reason for wine,” the F.I.C.B. and its members epitomize the essence of wine tradition and culture.
Bill joins California wine pioneer Warren Winiarski as a 2024 recipient of this achievement.
About Stoller Wine Group
The Stoller Wine Group has earned a reputation as one of Oregon’s most dynamic family of wineries by thinking and acting differently than our peers. Our success begins with Founder and Proprietor, Bill Stoller, a native of Dayton, Oregon whose vision is to build a company that will last for 200 years.
Founded in 1993, our collection of family-owned brands includes Stoller Family Estate,
Chehalem Winery, Chemistry, Stoller Swing, History, and Canned Oregon. We take pride in our B Corp, LIVE, and Salmon-Safe certifications, knowing that we back our values with actions when it comes to our commitment to our land, wines, and community. With every step forward, we are building a lasting impact on the wine industry and the world. Home to the world’s first LEED Gold certified winery, our dedication has led us to be perennially honored as one of Oregon’s most admired companies by the Portland Business Journal, 10Best Tasting Rooms by the USA Today Reader’s Choice, and a 2023 Top Work Places winner by The Oregonian.
For more information and our commitment to crafting world-class wines sustainably, please visit our website at stollerwinegroup.com.
