A scientist by training, Erik Kramer worked as a hydrogeologist before deciding to apply his precision and passion for balance to his love of wine.

Following several harvests in Washington, Erik moved to New Zealand where he received a postgraduate diploma in Viticulture & Oenology at Lincoln University and spent time crafting cool-climate wines before heading to the Willamette Valley in 2004.

Kramer joined WillaKenzie Estate in January of 2017, bringing deep experience creating highly acclaimed Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays form the region, defined terroir and texture-driven winemaking and a refined style of finesse and balance. In partnership with the tenured vineyard management team, Erik drives WillaKenzie Estate wines towards their highest potential.

"WillaKenzie Estate is one of the most unique, diverse and historic properties in the Willamette Valley. Pinot Noir so clearly represents its sense of place and the unique topography at WillaKenzie offers so many fascinating expressions of the varietal. It’s an honor to work with an Estate that is capable of producing such a broad array of great wines that offer both clarity and distinction."