Meet the Winemaking Team

Greg Morthole - Winemaker

Greg Morthole started working for the winery in 2005, when he accepted a job as lab director.  His acumen for winemaking became immediately clear and he quickly ascended to an appointment as associate winemaker in late 2007. In the spring of 2010, Greg was promoted to Davis Bynum winemaker, overseeing all aspects operations and winemaking.

Mostly raised in Sacramento, California, Greg followed his heart back to the state after attending the University of Wyoming, where he earned a B.S. in natural sciences and mathematics. His degree led him to a laboratory analyst position at Vinquiry in Windsor in the late 90s followed by a position with Chalk Hill Winery as an enologist.  Greg has a quiet demeanor with a determined, energetic attitude stemming from his belief that winemaking is a serious job for sure, but one that is fun. Greg says, “making wine from Russian River Valley is not only an honor, it’s one of the best growing regions in the world, it is exhilarating, it’s a blast.”

Morthole and his wife Mary are the proud parents of two children. He lives in Santa Rosa, California and enjoys playing with his children, backpacking, mountain bike riding and spending time outdoors.