Meet Our Team

Jeffrey Jindra

Winemaker

Winemaker Jeffrey Jindra embraces the pioneering spirit of Mendocino County’s original sparkling house. First dabbling in wine during family meals, it was not until his time studying wine business strategies at Sonoma State University that Jeffrey became serious about wine. After graduation Jeffrey undertook what he thought would be one harvest to round out his perspective. That ​“one” harvest became seven as he studied under Chris Loxton learning about all aspects of wine from grape to bottle. Jeffrey completed the UC Davis extension program of viticulture and oenology and worked two different vintages in New Zealand. Following that he spent six vintages on the winemaking team at Husch Vineyards in the Anderson Valley. 

The experience garnered working in Sonoma, New Zealand, and Anderson Valley coupled with his hands-on approach made Jeffrey the perfect fit to take over winemaking operations at Scharffenberger Cellars in early 2018. Jeffrey stays true to the winery’s original philosophy, to create stellar quality, delicious sparkling wines that reflect the diversity of the premier Mendocino County viticultural appellation.

Bob Gibson

Vineyard Manager

Bob’s passion for producing the highest quality wine grapes has been cultivated over a lifetime and more than 35 years of commitment to the vineyard operations in the Anderson Valley. Raised on his family’s vineyard in Hopland, California, Bob has deep roots as a grape grower and a strongly held vineyard management philosophy: respect the land, care for the soil, listen to the vineyard. Bob has been instrumental in developing and managing our Anderson Valley vineyards, from planting to farming to harvesting. His knowledge of the land and commitment to stewardship is invaluable, and his contribution lasting. Today, he lives in Hopland, continuing to tend the family vineyard that is his home.

A Dedicated and Skilled Team

At Scharffenberger Cellars, we celebrate life with the help and culture of others. There is no singular force that makes our wines sparkle, it is the culmination of hard work of our vineyard, cellar, winemaking, and hospitality teams. To those who make what we do possible, cheers!