Wine-making and enology professional with more than 35 years of experience serves as a winemaking expert witness in matters involving wine production, wine chemistry, and winery operations. Professional work in this field includes the production of still and sparkling wines, with particular expertise in Méthode champenoise sparkling wine production. Their background also encompasses fermentation processes, wine chemistry analysis, beverage bottling and packaging considerations, and the operational management of wineries. The expert offers services as a winemaking expert witness in disputes related to wine production practices, winery operations, and the commercial aspects of the wine industry.

Core areas of expertise include sparkling wine production using the méthode champenoise method, wine chemistry, and fermentation management within commercial winery environments. Their experience further extends to wholesale and retail wine marketing and sales, winery management, and small business operations within the wine industry. This work has included coordinating wine production activities, establishing wine laboratory capabilities for chemical analysis, and overseeing production workflows for both still and sparkling wines, providing technical insight into disputes involving winemaking methods, production quality, and winery operational practices.

Leadership experience includes serving as an Owner and Winemaker responsible for producing wines and managing the operations of a boutique winery, including the development of a méthode champenoise sparkling wine brand and the launch of a startup winery in a competitive market. Prior positions as a Winemaker, Assistant Winemaker, and Consultant Winemaker involved supervising production activities, coordinating custom wine production accounts, and designing winery layouts to support significant production capacity. Educational preparation includes a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Planning and Policy Analysis, along with advanced industry training through a Wine Executive Program and participation in a Wine Extension Program focused on wine production practices and industry operations. Professional leadership involvement includes past service as president and board member for multiple wine industry organizations and regional winegrower associations.