Kevin Sass
Winemaker at Halter Ranch
Paso Robles, CA
industry experience:
10+ years
job function:
Winemaker/Enologist
SUMMARY/BIO:
A Southern California native, winemaker Kevin Sass grew up in Agoura Hills and graduated from California State University Fresno with a double major in enology wine production and agricultural business. His wine career began in Paso Robles, working 11 harvests at Justin Vineyards & Winery. In 2011, Sass joined Halter Ranch, directing both winery and viticulture operations.
ABSTRACTS FOR TRIALS CONDUCTED BY KEVIN:
January 1, 2016
Does Stem Inclusion on Mourvedre Add Tannin Structure?
January 1, 2016
Analyzing the Phenolic and Sensory Effects of Red Blotch-Infected Vines
January 1, 2015
Rhône Blend Aged in Concrete, New and Used Barrels
ARTICLES IN WHICH KEVIN APPEARS:
Wine Trial: Winemaker In-Depth Interview: Analyzing the Phenolic and Sensory Effects of Red Blotch-Infected Vines
WineBusiness Monthly
December 1, 2016
From Winebusiness.com:
Halter Ranch Texas Becomes First Certified Organic Vineyard in Fredericksburg, TX
WineBusiness Daily News - June 27, 2024
Halter Ranch Releases 2020 Libelle
WineBusiness Daily News - November 13, 2023
Halter Ranch Achieves Organic Certification
WineBusiness Daily News - August 18, 2023
Halter Ranch Announces the Most Significant Vineyard Project for Year-Round Sheep Grazing
WineBusiness Daily News - April 24, 2023
WORK HISTORY:
January 2011
- Present
Halter Ranch Vineyard, Paso Robles, CA
Winemaker