"Part of the fun in making world-class wines is the chance to work with such a great team." Ray Einberger, Winemaker
WinemakingOur Team
Making wine at Columbia Crest is a team effort – one that is led by head winemaker, Ray Einberger. Under Ray’s leadership the talented winemaking staff, oenologists and viticulture teams work in harmony to produce artisan-quality wines that embody the uniqueness of Washington state’s winegrowing regions.
Ray Einberger, Head Winemaker
Einberger, who became Head Winemaker in 2002, joined Columbia Crest in 1993 and worked to establish the winery’s acclaimed Reserve program, which under his leadership has received consistently high scores and blossomed to a 20,000 case annual production.
Juan Muñoz-Oca, Winemaker - Red Wines
Born and raised in Mendoza, Argentina, Juan Muñoz-Oca came under the tutelage of his grandfather, cellar master at the prestigious Bodegas Toso winery, at a young age.
Keith Kenison, Winemaker - white wines
As white winemaker, Kenison leads the team creating Columbia Crest’s acclaimed Reserve, Grand Estates, H3, and Two Vines white varietals.