Vintner, Grower
& Vineyard Worker Spotlight

What’s the story behind the wine in the bottle?

What brought the winemaker to Washington, how did the grower pick a specific site for a varietal, what are some of the challenges of harvest?

With over 1,000 wineries in our amazing state, learn more about the people and their passion in bringing joy to your glass.

Sep 1, 2023

Rocky Pond

This month, we shine a light on Rocky Pond; a winery focusing on 100% estate grown fruit who petitioned for their own AVA due to their soil’s unique characteristics. Rocky Reach AVA was approved in 2022, and Rocky Pond is currently its only operating winery!

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Elizabeth Keyser

Winemaker

David Dufenhorst

Owner/Grower

Javier Rocha

Vineyard Manager
Jul 1, 2023

Amos Rome

This month we shine a spotlight on Amos Rome, a family-owned and operated estate winery in Lake Chelan who are highlighting the unique terroir of the area.

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Travis Clark

Owner

Charles Smasne

President of Chelan Vineyard Management

Alejandro Cortes

Crew Lead, Chelan Vineyard Management
Jun 1, 2023

Quiddity

This month, we shine a spotlight on Quiddity, a Woodinville winery focused on making quality wines that display the essential nature of their grape varietals.

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Greg Peiker

Head Winemaker/Chief Potentate

Joe Hattrup

Owner, Elephant Mountain and Sugarloaf Vineyards
Quiddity

Emilio Garcia

Foreman of Elephant Mountain and Sugarloaf Vineyards
May 1, 2023

Tirriddis

This month, we shine a spotlight on Tirriddis, a winery in Prosser who is focused solely on producing traditional method sparkling wine by three WSU viticulture & enology graduates.

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Gabriel Crowell

Co-Owner & Winemaker

Tom Merkle

Director of Operations, Four Feathers

Rogelio Ramirez

Vineyard Manager, Four Feathers
Apr 1, 2023

Abeja

This month we shine a spotlight on Abeja in the Walla Walla Valley, who are creating acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Merlot as well as the winery’s sought-after, limited-release estate and reserve wines.

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Dan Wampfler and Amy Alvarez-Wampfler

Winemakers and General Managers

Jorge Lopez

Vineyard Manager, Abeja Estate Vineyard
Juan Segundo

Juan Segundo

Crew Leader, Abeja Estate Vineyard
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Mar 1, 2023

L’Ecole N° 41

This month we shine a light on one of the founding wineries in Walla Walla, L’Ecole N° 41 .Celebrating their 40th anniversary this year, L’Ecole has made both a national and international name for themselves by focusing on producing ultra-premium, distinctive wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Walla Walla Valley.

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Marty Clubb

Owner/Managing Winemaker

Sadie Drury

Viticulturist/Vineyard Manager, Seven Hills Vineyard

Rafael Melgoza

Crew Supervisor, Seven Hills Vineyard
Feb 1, 2023

Damsel Cellars

This month shines a light on Damsel Cellars, a woman-owned and run winery located in Woodinville.

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Mari Womack

Owner/Winemaker, Damsel Cellars

Ed Kelly

Vineyard Manager, Stillwater Creek

Dennis King Bonilla

Assistant Manager, Stillwater Creek
Jan 1, 2023

Matthews Winery

This month shines a light on Matthews Winery, a family-owned winery in Woodinville where every bottle of wine is meticulously crafted to exemplify the excellence of the fruit.

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Alex Stewart

Head Winemaker
Matías Kúsulas

Matìas Kúsulas, Lawrence Vineyards

Viticulturist

Enrique Alvarez, Conner Lee Vineyard

Vineyard Manager
Dec 1, 2022

Grosgrain

This month shines a light on Grosgrain Vineyards, a family-owned and operated winery in Walla Walla, dedicated to championing underdog grapes, sparkling wines, restrained reds, and sustainable farming
practices.

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Matt Austin

Winemaker/Owner

Patrick Sullivan

Vineyard Manager
Raul Chavez_Grosgrain

Raul Chavez

Tractor Operator & Irrigator
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