Team
Mark Beringer
General Manager
Mark Beringer, great-great-grandson of Beringer Vineyards' founding brother Jacob Beringer, was immersed in wine from the moment he was born in the heart of the Napa Valley. As the direct descendant to Beringer's first winemaker and one of the most iconic family names in Napa Valley wine history, he knew from a young age that he would follow in the footsteps of his ancestors.
Eager to immerse himself in winemaking after receiving an Enology degree from California State University in Fresno, he spent a year in the cellars at Benziger in Sonoma and then joined Duckhorn in 1992. Mark began as Enologist and worked his way up to Vice President of Winemaking at Duckhorn. In 2009 Mark joined Artesa as Vice President and Winemaker.
In 2015, Mark Beringer returned to his namesake Beringer Vineyards, joining as Chief Winemaker and following in the footsteps of acclaimed Winemaker Emeritus Laurie Hook.
Now, he is bringing years of winemaking expertise and experience to Phantom Creek Estates. Mark is a proud father to three daughters, and in his spare time enjoys mountain biking and skiing, as well as traveling with his wife who works as a commercial pilot.
Olivier Humbrecht MW
Consulting Winemaker
Olivier Humbrecht is a distinguished figure in the world of wine, notably for his role as the proprietor and winemaker at Domaine Zind-Humbrecht. The winery, located in Alsace, France, has a storied history dating back to 1620 and has been a pioneer in biodynamic viticulture in the region. Olivier Humbrecht himself is highly respected for his expertise and dedication to producing expressive, terroir-driven wines. He is also France’s first Master of Wine.
Olivier Humbrecht initiated his winery’s transition to organic and biodynamic practices in 1997. He is now the President of Biodyvin, a prestigious biodynamic certifying body based in Europe. Olivier Humbrecht's philosophy centers around the idea that the work done in the vineyard is paramount to the success of the wine, and his passion for Alsace's diverse terroirs shines through in every bottle that the Domaine produces.
As a consultant, Olivier infuses our wines with a unique blend of traditional Alsatian techniques and modern sustainable practices. This synthesis of knowledge and tradition from world-renowned wine regions significantly contributes to the distinct identity and quality of Phantom Creek Estates' wines.
Mike Anderson
Director of Farming
Michael, a native of the South Okanagan, discovered his passion for winemaking during his university years. With a B.Sc. under his belt, he delved deeper into the field, earning a Master of Science from the UBC Wine Research Center, and specializing in viticulture at the University of Washington. Over his 17-vintage career, Michael honed his skills in vineyards and cellars, leaving his mark at renowned establishments like Jackson Triggs Winery, Nk'Mip Cellars, and Stags Hollow.
His journey extended globally, from New Zealand's Marlborough Valley to Napa Valley, where he sourced ultra-premium Cabernet Sauvignon from renowned Stagecoach & Beckstoffer vineyards, for a Vancouver-based venture. As the head winemaker and General Manager at Montalvino Wineries Group, working closely with Bordeaux-trained Viticulture consultant Pascal Madevon, Michael managed various projects. His expertise further flourished as the Viticulturist and Winemaker at Liber Estates where he again had the pleasure of working with Pascal, leading Organic Farming Operations in Osoyoos.
Michael's unique role as both a winemaker and viticulturist grant him a profound understanding of the intricate relationship between cultivating top-tier grapes and crafting world-class wines. Having explored wine regions worldwide, his heart remains rooted in the untapped potential of wines emerging from his beloved South Okanagan valley.
Jean-Marc Enixon
Director of Winemaking
Growing up in the small village of Manot, Jean-Marc spent his younger years helping in the family’s quarry and forestry businesses before spending his teenage years in the family’s wine cellars. After graduating at the top of his class and filled with the desire to follow his family’s rural heritage, Jean-Marc completed a National Engineering Diploma in Agriculture at the prestigious Ecole Supérieure d’Agriculture de Purpan in Toulouse. There he focused on winemaking and viticulture and spent an entire year researching the relationship between vine water stress and grape maturity.
After completing his education, Jean-Marc gained international experience in Sonoma County, California and in the Gansu Province of China as a winemaking consultant. He then returned home to France, joining the Chateau Puy Guilhem in Saillans as General Manager, where he spent 10 years leading the production & sales of top-rated estate wines.
Jean-Marc and his family moved to Oliver in 2016, where he became General Manager of Osoyoos Larose Winery before moving on to Triggs’ Culmina Family Estate Winery. There, he took on dual roles as Vineyard Manager and Winemaker. He led the transition to organic farming and successfully achieved organic certification in 2021.
Jean-Marc enjoys working alongside his wife at her bakery, located in the Village Wine District. He also loves watching rugby and spending time with their children, hiking, fishing and playing soccer.
