The Artisans
Amlés is a wine made without compromise. It is a culmination of passions for owners Scott Miller and Sharon Virts. Below you can learn more about the celebrated artisans from wine and art who help to bring their vision to life.
WINEMAKERS
Philippe Melka
Winemaker
Philippe Melka has honed his craft while working on some of the most distinctive and cherished soils on the planet, among the vines in Italy, Western Australia, and the Napa Valley. He learned from the best of the best, working at Château Cheval Blanc, Petrus, and Château Haut-Brion. The delicate balance between tradition and innovation keeps a good winemaker’s palate fresh, and Amlés is where Philippe’s extraordinary talent was given free rein.
Maayan Koschitzky
Winemaker
Maayan Koschitzky made wine in his native Israel for more than half a decade before he headed to the U.S. in 2011 and quickly became a rising star among the most formidable names in Napa. A natural creative partner to Philippe, together they create wines that are close to the land and that are defined by their ability to create a sense of place from the moment they are uncorked.
Ernst Loosen
Winemaker
Ernst Loosen, one the most iconic and influential winemakers in the world, whose family-owned winery has been the home of the world’s pre-eminent Riesling for over 200 years, has developed a Riesling that is a natural fit for the Amlés family. Dr. Loosen’s dedication to the art of winemaking rooted in his deep and lifelong relationship with the region, yields a quality wine of uncompromising excellence.
Bryan Weil
Winemaker
Bryan Weil‘s winemaking journey is a fusion of scientific acumen and culinary passion. His Oregon roots and education at Oregon State University in Enology and Viticulture have equipped him with an innate understanding of the complexities of Pinot Noir. His global experience, spanning three continents, informs his approach, allowing him to capture the essence of Oregon’s terroir in every bottle.
Tresider Burns
Winemaker
From tech to terroir, Oregon’s own Tresider Burns found his calling in the vines. At Oregon State University, his passion for winemaking took root. With a foundation built at Lemelson Vineyards and refined under Robert Brittan, his craft developed with a deep passion for Oregon’s signature grape at White Rose Estate since 2019.
ARTISTS
JD Miller
Artist
Reflectionist artist JD Miller’s style of painting is rooted in the law of attraction; the belief that by focusing on positive experiences, you bring positive experiences into your life in turn. His canvases are born of a powerful energy: a layering of paint and textures, old tradition and new modern styling, blended perfectly. JD’s art is a visual representation of everything we want the grapes to say each time a glass is poured.
Sharon Virts
Artist
Much like the characters in her novels, the depth of Sharon Virts’ canvases reflect the mood and the personality of the landscapes and the wildlife she paints. Her art is bold, textured, and vibrant with color, her love of nature and its bounty makes her artistry a natural collaborator to express the feelings evoked by Amlés wine.
Ron Rundo
Artist
Ron Rundo is a visionary artist with a distinctive and metaphorical style akin to the old masters’ traditions. he has developed a broad palette of expertise in all forms of visual expression including sculpture, oil on canvas, watercolor and mixed media. In all his work, he strives to enhance and heighten the beauty found in the ordinary and elevate it to extraordinary by creating works of art that challenge the viewer to engage in inner scrutiny.
Leah Fisher
Artist
Lea Fisher is a multi-awarded artist; her artwork graces our Visage bottles. Her sought-after, dramatic compositions mirror life experiences with bold, authentic, emotionally expansive expressions. She’s an intuitive artist with fearless expression.
EXECUTIVES
Scott Miller
Proprietor
Scott Miller made his living in the competitive world of technology, found himself on an unexpected adventure ushered in by the restoration of Selma Mansion, a long-abandoned piece of history in Loudoun County. The rebirth of the house itself inspired him to create a wine that both reflected the storied history of winemaking while focusing on the opportunities some of the finest vineyards the world have to offer.
Mark Gunn
General Manager & Sommelier
With over thirty years in the hospitality industry, Mark Gunn has distinguished himself through his commitment to enhancing the wine and dining experience. At Amlés he leverages his sommelier skills to elevate the brand, curating a high-end wine selection that aligns with the brand’s prestigious reputation.