This Portland man is growing grapes in his backyard – and dreaming big

(Daryn Slover/Staff Photographer) Purchase this imageToday, his lush micro vineyard covers almost every inch of his small front and side yards. (Daryn Slover/Staff Photographer) (Daryn Slover/Staff Photographer) Purchase this imageO’Connell and his two brothers grew up in the house where he now lives and cultivates his vineyard. (Daryn Slover/Staff Photographer) Purchase this imageIn the last five years, O’Connell has spent time and money pursuing viticulture and winemaking. (Daryn Slover/Staff Photographer) Purchase this imageO’Connell talks fluidly about brix, balance, vertical shoot positioning systems and the process of making wine. (Daryn Slover/Staff Photographer) Purchase this image