"At nearly 90, Norm McKibben is still doing what he's always done best...bringing the right people together."

This is how SipMagazine introduced their article highlighting Norm, and we couldn't agree more with the sentiment. The team at Pepper Bridge Winery is small but mighty, with some having been here over a decade. Here's a breakdown, just for fun:

• Horacio Enriquez | Production Winemaker: 25 years
• Brian Dennis | Cellar Master: 2 years + 3 harvests
• Katie Vipond | Wine Club Manager: 12 years
• Andrea Johnson | Hospitality Manager: 8 years
• Katie Schneider | Regional Sales Manager: 3 years
• Toby Woodruff | Walla Walla Tasting Room Manager: 1 year
• Lindsey Winters | Vancouver + Woodinville TR Manager: 6 years

Even our tasting room associates have been here for the long haul: Across our locations in Walla Walla, Vancouver, and Woodinville, WA, 50% of the tasting room team has been here 3+ years, with 3 having been here 8+ years!

As SipMagazine put it, "That’s really the story of the entire Pepper Bridge Winery team: longevity. McKibben, still seeking to surround himself with smarter people, hires his team based on their different skill sets and expertise. As a result, his team feels empowered and trusted — not to mention charmed by McKibben’s welcoming and encouraging personality, as well as his passion for grapes, wine and community."

This longevity is something that is directly inspired by Norm. His philosophy of "you're always welcome" is core not only in the hospitality we give, but also in the support we receive, and we are proud to be part of it.

Read the full article here.

As we prepare to celebrate Norm's 90th birthday, we welcome you to join us at any of our locations for some classic Norm hospitality!