As our family-owned business continues to grow and adapt to the ever-changing business landscape, our Management team plays a pivotal role in steering our organization toward success.
They are not only leaders but also collaborators, working together to inspire our employees and drive our company’s growth.
Explore the passion behind the pour!
Page Knudsen Cowles
Owner and Managing Partner
What is your history working with Knudsen Vineyards?
My family established Knudsen Vineyards in 1971 and we have planted every vine on the total 230 acre property, currently with 125 acres planted and producing. I worked at the vineyard when I was in high school and college, but became very involved in 2007 when my father turned over the reins of the business to me and my three brothers.
What do you spend most of your time working on at Knudsen Vineyards?
I serve as Managing Partner and oversee all aspects of the enterprise including strategic planning, vineyard management, winemaking and tasting room operations.
What is your favorite part of your role?
Practicing sustainable stewardship of the land and building on the legacy of my family’s pioneering role in the Oregon wine industry. I like participating in industry level efforts that aim to elevate the stature of the Oregon wine industry around the world.
What are your current favorite Knudsen Vineyards wines?
I love all our wines! They are like my children! Each brings its own characteristics – aromas, flavors, and textures – to the palate and the experience. It gives me great pleasure to craft so many distinctive wines from the many unique blocks on our estate vineyard.
Patty Meuchel
Director of Sales & Retail Operations
When did you first start working at Knudsen Vineyards?
I was hired in January, 2020 as the first full-time employee. In my first year, I developed the retail program and opened The Outlook at Knudsen Vineyards.
What do you spend most of your time working on at Knudsen Vineyards?
Further development of our wine club and retail channels, strategic planning, goal setting, department management, and outreach.
What is your favorite part of your role?
Traveling across the country to share our wines with new friends, members and accounts.
Seeing this start-up business grow and being a part of the Knudsen family legacy.
What are your current favorite Knudsen Vineyards wines?
The 2021 Plot Twist Chardonnay – on a recent wine “field trip” to Boston, I had the luxury of pairing a local Lobster Roll with a glass of chilled Plot Twist Chardonnay. The buttery lobster with toasted bread and the refreshing stone fruit notes of the Chardonnay married perfectly for a satisfying and memorable lunch.
Jennifer Poff
Consumer Sales & Events Manager
When did you first start working at Knudsen Vineyards?
September 2022, my first day was the 2023 Knudsen Vineyards Annual Harvest party.
What do you spend most of your time working on at Knudsen Vineyards?
My favorite part has to be creating experiences and sharing our wine with customers! There is nothing like the look on a customers face when they fall in love with Oregon wines and our story.
What is your favorite part of your role?
Traveling across the country to share our wines with new friends, members and accounts.
Seeing this start-up business grow and being a part of the Knudsen family legacy.
What are your current favorite Knudsen Vineyards wines?
My favorite is the 2021 Plot Twist Chardonnay. It takes a unique and well-crafted Chardonnay for me to fall in love and we have done it. Pair this with a Dungeness Crab Mac n’ Cheese and you are in heaven.
Lauren Voigt
Marketing Manager
When did you first start working at Knudsen Vineyards?
I was hired in April, 2018 as the first part-time employee.
What do you spend most of your time working on at Knudsen Vineyards?
I blend creativity and strategy to showcase our wines, and engage wine enthusiasts.
What is your favorite part of your role?
Being part of telling the compelling story of Knudsen Vineyards and engaging customers to create unforgettable experiences. I love being part of a community that shares in the joy of our craft.
What are your current favorite Knudsen Vineyards wines?
If I had to pick just one, it would be Knudsen Vineyards Family Series Pinot Noir. It truly represents Knudsen Vineyards in a glass! My favorite pairing is mushroom-anything with our Pinot noir, which I find are at their prime about 4 years after bottling; and when some of the earthy tones begin to stand out, but not take over. Is anyone else thinking Mushroom Risotto with Oregon Truffles?
