ARTFUL ALTERNATIVES 

 

Since winemaking is both an art and a science, we, as a team of trained oak experts, tap into our experience in analyzing and layering aromatics as well as evaluating mouthfeel to help you finetune your flavor profile.

We offer complimentary measurement and analysis of oak aromatics, sensory evaluation of wine structure and oak profile, and scientific evaluation of consistency in oak toasting. Then, our cutting-edge science and technology push the limits of conventional wisdom on the chemistry of oak, heat and wine to provide you with premium products to create innovative flavor profiles that can be consistently replicated season after season.

HOW WE’RE DIFFERENT

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EXPERT EXPERIENCE

Sampling all kinds of wine and working with all types of wineries for years, we can efficiently and effectively guide your oak adjunct decisions with confidence, clarity and creativity.

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HIGH-TOUCH SERVICE

Based in the Northern California Wine Country, our collaborative team is accessible for consults and deliveries 12 months out of the year.

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DEPENDABLE HIGH QUALITY

Leveraging our unbound passion, time-tested process and advanced technology, we maintain strict oversight from sourcing to flavor chemistry to toasting, to help ensure consistency of your flavor profile case after case, year after year.

OUR EXPERTS

Our expert Creative Oak team consists of highly knowledgeable and attentive oak sales and service veterans supported by an equally devoted team at Tonnellerie Ô of accomplished coopers, lab technicians and quality specialists.

JOSH TROWBRIDGE
Chief Executive Officer
jtrowbridge@creativeoak.com
(831) 818-8157

QUINN ROBERTS
Master Cooper
qroberts@creativeoak.com
(707) 315-4177

SCOTT HARROP
Director of Brand Development
sharrop@creativeoak.com
(707) 321-4055

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SABINE GEUL
Oak Sales and Operations Coordinator –
Napa Valley, Central Valley, Pacific Northwest,
Asia, Canada
sgeul@creativeoak.com
(707) 747-3622

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RYAN RENDER
Area Director – Central Coast, South Coast, Oregon
rrender@creativeoak.com
(805) 610-7659

DREW WOLFE
Area Director – International & Technical Sales
dwolfe@creativeoak.com
(415) 902-3678

STEPHANIE MORIARTY
Area Director – Sonoma, Mendocino,
Lake County, and the Bay Area territories
smoriarty@tonnellerieo.com
(415) 259-8444

CHAD STEPHENS
Area Director – Napa, the Central Valley,
Sierra Foothills, and Washington State
cstephens@tonnellerieo.com
(808) 345-4096

SHANNA HAMERNICK
Senior Sales Coordinator - California Coastal,
Eastern United States, South America, Mexico
shamernick@creativeoak.com
(707) 747-3633

ROBERT RASMUSSEN
Marketing Manager
rrasmussen@harv81usa.com
(707) 747-3636

GUS ZHU, MW
Research & Development Scientist
gzhu@harv81usa.com
(707) 748-3452

COMPANY PURPOSE

At Tonnellerie Ô, we are more than just a cooperage; we are like a family who shares a common DREAM: To be the most admired partner to the premium wine and spirits industry. Our SPIRIT is embodied in the mantra "Work hard, Play hard." We believe in a balanced approach that infuses energy into both our dedication to quality and our zest for life. This dual commitment is at the heart of our identity, and we endeavor to share this with all our stakeholders.

We hold a set of core BELIEFS that guide our every endeavor:

  • We believe in setting the standards that others aspire to.

  • While others may see customer service as a transaction, we see it as a relationship built on love and care.

  • Mediocrity has no place in our vocabulary. We constantly push boundaries to create exceptional products and services.

  • We embrace change and cultivate an environment where curiosity thrives, recognizing it as vital to our growth.

  • We foster an exciting, safe, and joyful workplace where creativity flourishes.

  • We aim to inspire individuals to pursue what they love, both within and outside our organization.

  • Our existence is intertwined with the trees that form the foundation of our products, and we are committed to their conservation.

  • We believe in focused growth, managing our business with prudence and sensibility.

Our CHARACTER is defined by nine pillars:

Transformational

Innovative

Courageous

Passionate

Demanding

Caring

Resilient

Reliable

Family

In all that we do, our FOCUS is clear: to Make a Difference.

We are not just crafting barrels; we are shaping experiences, defining tastes, and contributing to the legacy of those who appreciate the extraordinary. Our commitment to making a difference extends beyond the products we create – it resonates within our organization, making a positive impact on the lives of our colleagues, fostering a culture of growth, care, and inspiration.

Join us on this journey, where dreams are realized, spirits soar, and the pursuit of excellence is not just a goal but a way of life. At Tonnellerie Ô, we are not just crafting products; we are creating a legacy.