Head Winemaker: Dustin Andries
Dustin Andries, Head Winemaker, oversees the winemaking and operations process for all clients at Naumes Crush & Fermentation. Born and raised in the Rogue Valley, Dustin is deeply rooted in Southern Oregon’s winemaking heritage. As a graduate of Oregon State University’s Fermentation Sciences program, he has built a solid foundation on his local roots that bears fruit in the wine he makes.
Dustin’s impressive career took flight at Naumes Crush & Fermentation as Assistant Winemaker in 2015, where he played a pivotal role in the winery’s expansion and sustained success. His journey within the company saw him shouldering increasing responsibilities, from overseeing day-to-day winemaking operations to adeptly managing cellar crews and conducting crucial laboratory tasks.
Away from Southern Oregon, Dustin gathered invaluable international experience through harvest internships in renowned wine regions spanning the globe, including New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, and more. Additionally, his tenure at Jackson Family Winery Corsair in McMinnville enhanced his analytical and leadership capabilities. As Enologist, he adeptly managed the primary laboratory for Jackson Family’s Oregon operations, orchestrating external laboratory analysis for prestigious brands such as Penner Ash, Willakenzie, Gran Moraine, La Crema Willamette Valley, and Siduri Willamette Valley. This role honed his exacting analytical skills and comprehensive mastery of wine production across every stage.
Returning to his roots in the Rogue Valley, Dustin is poised to lead Naumes Crush & Fermentation into a new era of innovation and excellence. Dustin’s fervent passion, deep-seated local ties, and extensive experience position him as the ideal leader for our clients’ winemaking journey.