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    Maura Johnson

    Director of Winemaking

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    i. Biography

    Maura Johnson is the Director of Winemaking at Dana Estates in St. Helena. Before taking on this role, she served as the estate's Assistant Winemaker and worked as a winemaker at VASO Cellars. She also co-founded March Wines in Napa.

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    Career - Director of Winemaking — Dana Estates, St. Helena, United States (2025) - Winemaker — VASO Cellars, Rutherford, United States (2023) - Assistant Winemaker — Dana Estates, St. Helena, United States (2018–2023) - Co-Founder / Winemaker — March Wines, Napa, United States (2016–2022) - Assistant Winemaker — Miner Family Winery, Oakville, United States (2014–2018) - Enologist — Miner Family Winery, Oakville, United States (2013–2014) - Winemaking Intern — Beaulieu Vineyard, Rutherford, United States (2010)

    FAQ Where does Maura Johnson currently work? She is the Director of Winemaking at Dana Estates in St. Helena. What other wineries has Maura Johnson worked with? Her winemaking background includes roles at VASO Cellars, March Wines, Miner Family Winery, and Beaulieu Vineyard.

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