Hal Iverson didn’t set out to become a winemaker. In his twenties, searching for direction, he took a seasonal harvest job at a local winery and never looked back. What started as a hands-on way to make a living quickly revealed itself as a perfect intersection of science, art, physical work, and deep sensory pleasure.
Today, Hal is the Winemaker for Matthews, Tenor, and Single Barrel under the Avallé portfolio, where he’s been crafting wines since 2021. Before that, he spent over a decade at Quilceda Creek, working his way up to Assistant Winemaker. His style reflects both rigorous training in world-class Bordeaux varietals and a spirit of exploration – especially when it comes to Burgundy and Rhône varieties, where trial and error have been his greatest teachers.
Hal’s approach to winemaking is grounded in curiosity and humility. He sees wine not as a product, but as a way to mark time: each vintage a reflection of the people, places, and moments that shaped it. His wines are made with care, critical thought, and the belief that they’re meant to be shared.
A Washington State University alum, Hal has lived and traveled throughout South America, Europe, and Asia. He now lives in Snohomish with his wife and kids, where they run a certified organic U-pick blueberry farm. Outside the winery, you’ll usually find him listening to a philosophy podcast, weed whacking, chopping wood, or wrestling with his three wild kiddos.
