The People of Jordan

PROPRIETOR

John Jordan

John Jordan has served as Chief Executive Officer since 2005. He acts as general manager, working closely with every department on day-to-day operations.

WINEMAKER

Maggie Kruse

Maggie Kruse joined Jordan as enologist in 2006, and after promotions to assistant winemaker and associate winemaker over a decade, she was named head winemaker in 2019.

DIRECTOR OF AGRICULTURAL OPERATIONS

Brent Young

Brent Young manages the entire ranch at Jordan Estate, from vineyard management and gardening to caring for farm animals and protecting watersheds. He wears more hats than a milliner.

DIRECTOR OF HOSPITALITY & EVENTS

Nitsa Knoll

An integral member of the team since 2006, Nitsa Knoll orchestrates all aspects of Jordan’s themed parties, dinners, and lunches, as well as oversees guest lodging and the hospitality staff.

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Todd Knoll

Chef Todd Knoll oversees the Jordan culinary program, which includes creating delicious food pairings for tastings, private meals and culinary events, as well as helping manage the garden, apiary and olive oil programs.

GROWER RELATIONS MANAGER

Dana Grande

Dana Grande works closely with our grape growers and winemaker, ensuring grapes are grown to our quality standards.

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PROPRIETOR

John Jordan

WINEMAKER

Maggie Kruse

DIRECTOR OF AGRICULTURAL OPERATIONS

Brent Young

DIRECTOR OF HOSPITALITY & EVENTS

Nitsa Knoll

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Todd Knoll

GROWER RELATIONS MANAGER

Dana Grande

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