Our People The Faces Behind Our Success
Family Continues Winemaking Legacy
In addition to our founder Jerry Lohr, our winery is guided by the experience and commitment of a second generation of the Lohr family.
CEO and President Steve Lohr is responsible for the overall management and strategic planning of J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines. Chief Brand Officer Cynthia Lohr oversees corporate and product visibility, marketing and DTC efforts. Lawrence Lohr, President and COO of J. Lohr Vineyards, Inc., works alongside Jerry in overseeing the company’s network of winegrowing estates in Monterey County, Paso Robles, and Napa Valley.
Some of the industry’s most talented viticulturists and winemakers are responsible for the J. Lohr portfolio. Regional Vineyard Manager Steve Carter leads the Paso Robles farming team. Jesus Ramirez is Vineyards Operations Manager in Monterey County. Vice President, Winemaking Steve Peck and Red Winemaker Brenden Wood are based at the Paso Robles winery. Winemaker, White Wines Kristen Barnhisel is at the new J. Lohr Greenfield winery.
Get to Know J. Lohr Team
Jerry Lohr Founder
Steve Lohr Co-Owner/President & CEO
Cynthia Lohr Co-Owner/Chief Brand Officer
Lawrence Lohr Co-Owner/President & COO J. Lohr Vineyards, Inc.
Steve Peck Vice President, Winemaking
Kristen Barnhisel Winemaker, White Wine
Brenden Wood Red Winemaker
Steve Carter Regional Vineyard Manager – Paso Robles
Jesus Ramirez Vineyard Operations Manager, Greenfield Vineyards
Ian Herdman Vice President, Production
Steve Doyle Vice President, U.S. Sales
Rita Di Lello Vice President, National Accounts On-Premise
Shaune Zeleny Vice President, International Sales
Rhonda Motil Vice President, Marketing
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