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.
Wayne Bailey: A Pillar of Oregon’s Wine Tourism Industry
David Parrish: Grapegrower, Innovator, and Always One Step Ahead
Chris Upchurch: Crafting Wine and Legacy in Washington
Stuart Smith: Pioneer and Champion of Hillside Grapegrowing
Ray Johnson: Wine Business Educator and Influencer
Jordan Kivelstadt: The Alternative Wine Packaging Trailblazer
John & Terri Balletto: Growing Grapes, Family, and Community in Sonoma County
J. Stephen Casscles: Grape Historian and Hybridizers
