OUR TEAM
Anthony King
General Manager
Originally hailing from Corpus Christi, Texas, Anthony’s journey took him from a Physics degree at Grinnell College to editing high school science textbooks and freelance wine writing. His love for wine led him to UC Davis for a Masters in Viticulture and Enology. Anthony then made wine at Acacia in Napa and Lemelson Vineyards before joining the amazing team at the Carlton Winemakers Studio. He now lives in McMinnville, Oregon, with his wife Kara and their two kids.
NICK GEORGE
Director of Hospitality
Nick, a hospitality whiz-kid, has soaked up food and beverage experiences everywhere from Alaskan lodges to Crested Butte’s top steakhouse. With a Business and Hospitality degree from Northern Arizona University, he’s worked harvests in Willamette Valley’s best vineyards. When not swirling wine, he’s on the slopes or with his partner, Chloe. At The Studio’s tasting room, Nick brings his adventurous spirit and diverse palate to ensure a great visit.
Mel Liebeck
Production Winemaker
Mel combines humor with a serious intellectual approach to systems and organization, enhancing the world around her. With a Bachelor’s in Agricultural Sciences from the University of Adelaide, she has worked twenty-three harvests in eight wine regions across four countries. Her vast experience (and outstanding Aussie lingo!) makes her an invaluable asset to all the vintners at The Studio.
téa cole
Events & Tasting Room Lead
Originally a Chicago native, Téa has called the PNW home for a little over a decade. She first moved to Oregon to attend Willamette University, where she received her Bachelor’s in English Literature. Her love of food and wine come from time spent in the kitchen and traveling Europe with her mom. In her free time, she plays board games with her partner and their 2 cats.
KEVIN RUSSELL
Cellar Master
Kevin is an Oregon wine industry pro, with stints at wineries such as Soter Vineyards and Domaine Serene. But Kevin isn’t just a one trick pony – he even holds experience distilling whiskey for Crater Lake Spirits out of Bend, Oregon and is a huge fan of Heater Allen Brewery in McMinnville. Kevin grew up in the mountains of Colorado, and now calls Oregon his home.
SUSAN UNDERHILL
Bookkeeper
A lifelong Oregonian, Susan blends her love of numbers with a flair for design, adventure, and nature. A former Master Gardener and waterski performer, she’s always up for experiencing something new. She and her husband Mark raised three daughters and cheer loud for the Beavers, preferably with Pinot or an IPA in hand.
ELEANOR LANGE
Wine Club & Shipping Coordinator
Originally from Knoxville, Eleanor has called Oregon home for nearly seven years. With degrees in vocal performance and library science, she’s spent six years at The Studio’s tasting room, sharing her passion for wine—first sparked by her father. When not pouring, she sings in two choirs, builds Lego sets with her husband, and snuggles her cats.
CLARA RISLEY
Tasting Room Associate
Clara, a born-and-raised Oregonian, has worked in restaurants and bars across the Willamette Valley and holds a degree in Anthropology/Sociology from Eastern Oregon University. Drawn to wine for its storytelling power, she’s captivated by people, place, and the land. When not at work, she’s tending her farm, offering energy healing, reading tarot, or exploring the outdoors.
