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Andrew Wisniewski | |
|---|---|
| Born | New York, United States |
| Citizenship | United States |
| Education | University of Central Florida; Northwest Wine Studies Center, Chemeketa Community College |
| Occupation | Winemaker |
| Years active | 2010s–present |
| Known for | Rhône-style wines; minimal-intervention winemaking |
Andrew Wisniewski is an American winemaker based in San Diego County, California. He has served as winemaker at Orfila Vineyards & Winery in Escondido's San Pasqual Valley since 2021, overseeing vineyard and cellar operations and guiding production of estate and Rhône-style wines.[1][2]
Previously, Wisniewski worked in Washington State at Swiftwater Cellars, where he advanced from assistant winemaker to head winemaker and managed the winery's production and cellar programs between 2013 and 2021.[3][4]
His career includes experience in multiple U.S. regions as well as international work, and his wines have been discussed in regional wine competitions and press.[5][2]
Wisniewski's winemaking philosophy emphasizes minimal intervention and the expression of vineyard characteristics, particularly in Rhône-style varietals.[1]
Early life and education
editWisniewski was born and raised in New York and developed an early interest in wine through family exposure.[6]
He studied biochemistry at the University of Central Florida, initially pursuing a scientific career before deciding to focus on winemaking.[1]
Wisniewski then completed formal enology and viticulture training at the Northwest Wine Studies Center at Chemeketa Community College in Oregon.[1]
Career
editEarly career and international experience
editAndrew Wisniewski began his career in Oregon's Dundee Hills, working in vineyards and cellars at producers including Stoller Family Estate.[5] He later gained experience outside the United States, including work in Australia's Central Victoria region and New Zealand's Nelson region.[6][7]
After returning to the United States, Wisniewski worked in Washington State's Columbia Valley and on California's Central Coast, where he held roles related to vineyard management, cellar operations, and wine production.[5][6][7]
Swiftwater Cellars
editIn 2013, Wisniewski joined Swiftwater Cellars in Cle Elum, Washington, as assistant winemaker.[3] His responsibilities included vineyard coordination, production management, and cellar operations for wines sourced from Columbia Valley vineyards.[3]
During this period, he worked on fermentation monitoring, barrel management, quality control, and wine blending.[3]
Wisniewski was promoted to head winemaker at Swiftwater Cellars in 2014.[4] In this role, he oversaw the winery's production process, including vineyard coordination, fermentation, blending, barrel aging, and cellar management.[4]
Swiftwater wines were submitted to regional competitions during his tenure, including the Great Northwest Wine Competition, where several red wines received recognition.[5][7]
He remained head winemaker at Swiftwater through 2021, managing production and cellar programs while the winery continued to develop its wine portfolio.[4][5][7]
Orfila Vineyards & Winery
editIn 2021, Wisniewski was appointed winemaker at Orfila Vineyards & Winery in Escondido, California.[1][2] At Orfila, he oversees estate vineyard operations and stages of wine production, including fermentation, blending, bottling, and grape sourcing from select California vineyards.[1][2][8]
During his tenure, the winery has continued to produce wines from Rhône-style and other varietals, including Syrah, Viognier, Marsanne and Montepulciano.[1][2][8] Regional and trade coverage has noted Wisniewski's role in managing production at the winery.[1][2][8]
The winery also underwent an ownership transition during his tenure, reflecting changes within the regional wine business.[9]
Winemaking philosophy and style
editWisniewski has described his winemaking approach as focused on minimal-intervention methods, with the aim of allowing vineyard characteristics to influence production decisions.[1]
His reported techniques include native yeast fermentation and measured oak use.[1] He has also described his wines as focused on balance and compatibility with food.[1]
His work has involved vineyards in several regions, including the Pacific Northwest and Southern California, and has included experience with regional fruit sources and internationally influenced winemaking practices.[5][8]
Professional work
editSee also
editReferences
edit- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Cassoni, Rico (January 24, 2022). "Meet Orfila's newish winemaker Andrew Wisniewski". The Coast News. Retrieved June 23, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 "Book of Lists 2025" (PDF). San Diego Business Journal. January 2025. Retrieved June 23, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 "Swiftwater Cellars Hires New Assistant Winemaker". WineBusiness.com. Retrieved June 23, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 "Swiftwater Cellars' new head winemaker brings 10 years of experience". Daily Record. Retrieved June 23, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 Great Northwest Wine (April 1, 2015). "Red wines shine in 3rd Great Northwest Wine Competition". Great Northwest Wine. Retrieved June 23, 2026.
- 1 2 3 Degerman, Eric; Perdue, Andy (May 13, 2015). "Northwest Wines: Malbec is Washington's new shining star". The Bellingham Herald. Retrieved June 23, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 5 Morgan, Marji (November 23, 2016). "Swiftwater Cellars". Lines On Wines. Retrieved June 23, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 Nguyen, Alexander (May 8, 2025). "Wine sales slip in San Diego, but optimism remains among vintners". KPBS Public Media. Retrieved June 23, 2026.
- ↑ Reams, Joey (January 17, 2024). "Orfilia Vineyards Preparing for Change in Ownership". What Now San Diego. Retrieved June 23, 2026.
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