Meet our team

After spending time in the corporate world in Australia, my passion for wine and the allure of vineyards and winemaking inspired me to start a business dedicated to sourcing the finest products from around the world and providing them to winemakers in Victoria and Tasmania. It was an incredible environment, filled with talented individuals from whom I learned a great deal about wine. During that time, I built relationships with suppliers who produce exceptional products that perform reliably in both ideal and challenging winemaking conditions.

When family brought me back to the U.S., I set out to establish a winemaking business that would leverage my network of premium suppliers to support winemakers in the Pacific Northwest. Over the past 20 vintages, I have gained a deep appreciation for the uniqueness of this region and the many skilled artisans who craft wines here.

Kristine Austin is one of those talented individuals who has chosen to join Pacific Winemaking, bringing extensive winemaking experience from both overseas and the Northwest.

Our philosophy is to offer a carefully curated selection of products that are perfectly suited to our unique region, helping winemakers bring out the best in their grapes—from vine to glass. Cheers!