Our Story
Dusky Goose was founded with confidence in Oregon’s ability to produce Pinot Noir that could rival the best in the world. In 2001, John and Linda Carter established Rambouillet Vineyard in the Dundee Hills, envisioning a site that would speak with both power and finesse. With guidance from legendary winemaker Lynn Penner-Ash, a style was born: generous, textural wines with structure and ageability.
Over the years, we’ve stayed small. We’ve added Chardonnay and chosen new vineyard sources. Today, Andrew Imboden leads our winemaking, carrying Dusky Goose forward into its next chapter.
A Vineyard-Focused Approach
Our three Dundee Hills vineyards—Rambouillet, Lillie’s, and Weber—form a natural amphitheater around the tasting room and are farmed by longtime vineyard manager Andy Humphrey. Though planted in the same volcanic soils and just steps apart, each vineyard imparts its own character, shaped by elevation, aspect, and clonal selection.
Fennwood Vineyard, located in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA, provides a purposeful contrast. Its marine sedimentary soils and carefully matched plantings expand the range of expression in our portfolio and reinforce the diversity of Oregon’s winegrowing landscape.
Our Guiding Vision
From the beginning, John Carter envisioned Dusky Goose as a pursuit of excellence—a commitment to crafting wines that stand the test of time. That spirit continues to guide everything we do, from farming to winemaking to hospitality.
We believe that small production and close attention to detail yield the most expressive wines. Every vintage is approached with the same care and curiosity as the first, with the goal of creating wines that feel grounded in Oregon, distinct in character, and compelling to revisit year after year.
Steady Hands
Dusky Goose wines are shaped by a small set of closely held vineyard sites and an uncompromising approach to winemaking. Head winemaker Andrew Imboden makes our Pinot Noir and Chardonnay with the depth, texture, and richness that define our style.
Founding winemaker Lynn Penner-Ash established that style with our first vintage in 2002. Careful vineyard selection and a disciplined barrel program have been central to our work ever since.
Andrew tastes through individual lots and evaluates each barrel before selecting the final blends. The wines reflect both the character of their vineyard sites and the conditions of each growing season. Made in small quantities, they offer generous fruit on release and the structure to develop with time in the cellar.
Who We Are
Dusky Goose is a small, dedicated team with deep ties to Oregon wine. From the vineyard to the cellar and beyond, our people bring care, integrity, and a sense of place to every bottle we produce.
Galit Reilly
General Manager
Hunter Hartman
Hospitality Manager
Sarah Swindell
Cellar Club Manager
Allie Cooper
Guest Experience Lead
Ian Tapp
Marketing Director
