 Eric Johnson
Assistant Winemaker Eric Johnson manages the daily winemaking operations at Talley Vineyards. He collaborates with noted winemaking consultant Byron Kosuge, Vineyard Manager Kevin Wilkinson and owner Brian Talley.
Eric is a graduate of Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo where he studied Wine and Viticulture and Agricultural Business Management. He joined Talley Vineyards in 2007 and previously worked as a grape sampler and cellar hand before being promoted to Enologist. Over time, Eric has assumed more of the daily wine production responsibilities resulting in promotion to Assistant Winemaker in August 2010.
Eric comes from a farming family and appreciates the tradition of quality that the Talley family has fostered since they began farming the Arroyo Grande Valley in 1948. He believes that the world’s greatest wines are defined by place as opposed to winemaking manipulation. In addition, Eric has an amazing work ethic and passion for excellence that’s inspiring to everyone here.
Eric has traveled to France, Italy, New Zealand, Argentina and Chile for the opportunity to explore wine grape regions or work harvest. | 
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