Charles McKahn
 

Charles “Chuck” McKahn is a graduate of the esteemed Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Viticultural and Enology Program. He hails from Ripon, California, in the heart of the Central Valley’s agricultural hub. Chuck developed a deep-rooted passion for the wine industry from an early age. Surrounded by California agriculture and immersed in the wine culture around the family table, Chuck knew early on that winemaking was his calling. He made good on this pursuit when he graduated from Ripon High School and landed a job with the local McManis Family Vineyards in the lab and cellar, establishing his plans to
pursue winemaking in college. His studies at Cal Poly
solidified his drive to be an accomplished professional in the California wine industry.

After graduating with honors in 2011, Chuck began his winemaking career with an internship at the historic
Chappellet Winery on Pritchard Hill, working under none other than Winemaker Phillip Titus. Over the following five years, he was promoted to Enologist and subsequently to Assistant Winemaker. Chuck left Chappellet to become Winemaker at William Harrison Winery in 2016, where he spent six years honing his skills in crafting small-production Bordeaux wines, earning acclaim for his Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.

Chuck later expanded his experience by consulting for a diverse lineup of small, up-and-coming wine brands. In the process, he cultivated a wide-ranging understanding of the various Napa Valley terroirs and appellations, including Pritchard Hill, Rutherford, St. Helena, Atlas Peak, and Carneros. Over the years, Chuck has collaborated with Phillip Titus on many independent projects, continually refining his skills and insights. Ultimately, Chuck’s diverse winemaking skills and familiarity with the Titus family made him a natural fit to become the Winemaker at Titus Vineyards.