Tracy Kendall

As an integral part of a three-person team that includes Jay Boberg and renowned Winemaker Jean-Nicolas Méo, Associate Winemaker Tracy Kendall utilizes experience gained in New Zealand, Australia, Washington and Oregon to help guide winemaking and viticulture at Nicolas-Jay. A Pacific Northwest native, with a masters in enology and viticulture from UC Davis, and experience working with several top winemakers around the world, Tracy is one of the rising stars of the Willamette Valley wine industry. Combining a gifted palate with an exceptional understanding of viticulture and fermentation science, Tracy works in concert with Jean-Nicolas and Jay to guide the day-to-day viticulture and winemaking at Nicolas-Jay, while also contributing her insight and acumen to the overall direction of the winery.