The North American wine industry is fortunate to have many passionate and inspiring luminaries, some that grew up among the vines, and others that brought their drive and ingenuity from other industries, but they all help to advance our industry and grow the pool of wine talent for the future. The Wine Industry Advisor have selected a few of Wine’s Most Inspiring People to recognize for their contribution to the North American wine industry.
These people have been or service to the industry inspired others with their approach to life and business, their hard earned achievements, and their attitude and values. We hope reading about them will inspire future wine stars.
Rolando Herrera: Apostle of the American Dream in Wine Country
Ryan Harms: Oregon’s Wine Culture Disruptor
Mick Schroeter: Adventurous Winemaker and Mensch
Tom Wark: An Outspoken Voice for the Little Guy
Kevin Pogue: Washington’s Terroir Scientist and Explorer
Elaine Chuka Brown: A Wine Communication Artist
Roman Roth: Striving for Quality and Uniqueness
Prudy Foxx: The Vine Whisperer
