Winemaker

Erich Bradley

Erich Bradley is a Sonoma-based winemaker with a reputation for crafting small-batch, terroir-driven wines from high-elevation vineyards. His philosophy centers on minimal intervention in the cellar, using native yeasts for fermentation, avoiding added sugars, and aiming for naturally balanced levels of alcohol. Bradley honed his craft at acclaimed wineries including Repris and Sojourn Cellars, where he established a track record of producing highly regarded wines. At Ojai Mountain, he continues this artisan approach, working with organically and regeneratively farmed vineyards. Cover crops, compost, and natural pest management sustain the health of the soils, while thoughtful farming preserves the character of each site. The result is wines that are expressive, fresh, and site-specific, reflecting the mountain terrain and the unique conditions of each vineyard block.

Erich’s Winemaking Journey

Head Viticulturist

Martín Ramírez

Martín Ramírez is the head viticulturist at Ojai Mountain and the owner of The Vineyards of Ojai, a vineyard management company that has farmed many of the region’s top vineyards for more than two decades. He oversees the full viticulture calendar, from pruning through harvest, guiding each stage of the growing season toward healthy vines and concentrated fruit. His farming follows organic and biodynamic principles, with cover crops, compost, and natural pest control sustaining the soils. Ramírez also fosters raptor populations and pollinator habitats to preserve balance and biodiversity. With decades of experience in Ojai, he produces fruit of exceptional quality, meeting the exacting standards of winemaker Erich Bradley and forming the foundation for wines that express the character of the mountain.

Viticultural Consultant

Phil Coturri

Phil Coturri is a pioneer of organic winegrowing in California, with more than 35 years of experience shaping how vineyards are farmed across Sonoma and beyond. Sonoma Magazine called him “the ubiquitous wizard of sustainable winemaking,” while the Hollywood Reporter described him as a “famed organic viticulturist.” Coturri has consulted for numerous vineyards and wineries, including the highly regarded Kamen Estate in Sonoma. His influence extends to projects such as Dos Limones and Winery Sixteen 600, the latter founded by his family as a living example of his vision for sustainable, terroir-driven viticulture. While no single record captures his full impact, Coturri’s work has left a lasting mark on many of Northern California’s highest-quality vineyards. At Ojai Mountain, Coturri advises on the challenges of farming a high-elevation, coastal site, helping ensure that the vineyards are cultivated responsibly while producing fruit of exceptional character for small-batch, minimal-intervention wines.

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Master Pruner

Jacopo Miolo

Jacopo Miolo is part of the Simonit & Sirch team, the internationally recognized vineyard consultants from Italy often referred to as “the pruning guys.” For more than 15 years, Simonit & Sirch has specialized in sap-flow–based pruning methods that extend vine longevity and improve vineyard health. Their consultants advise some of the world’s most prestigious estates, including Château d’Yquem in Bordeaux, Domaine Leroy in Burgundy, and leading American vineyards such as Opus One in Napa Valley. At Ojai Mountain, Miolo brings this global expertise to the challenges of a high-elevation, coastal vineyard. He demonstrates and teaches pruning and canopy management techniques, preparing the team for each stage of the growing season. His work ensures that the vines are trained to remain balanced, resilient, and capable of producing quality fruit for generations to come.

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Vineyard Manager

Paul Hofmeister

Paul Hofmeister was born into Ojai’s farming community, where his family worked more than 200 acres and managed over 700 acres of mixed agriculture, from hay and cattle to apricots and almonds. With lifelong ties to the valley, he has developed deep knowledge of the land and its challenges. On Sulphur Mountain, Hofmeister is recognized for his mastery of road building, water management, and fire prevention—skills essential for maintaining vineyards in rugged, high-elevation terrain. His work includes grading mountain roads, assessing land stability, and developing strategies to safeguard the property against wildfire risk. Paul Hofmeister brings decades of hands-on experience to protecting the landscape and supporting the resilience of the estate.