Travis Clark

The head winemaker at Amos Rome Vineyards, discovered his passion for wine while living in the village of Urbnisi, Georgia, where winemaking is an integral part of daily life. Upon returning to the United States, he transitioned from hobbyist to professional, attending the Northwest Wine Academy and interning at JM Cellars in Woodinville during the 2016 harvest. Travis joined Amos Rome Vineyards in 2017 and has since completed a Viticulture Certificate program at Washington State University. Beyond winemaking, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Briana, and their three children, embracing the Lake Chelan lifestyle through activities like fishing, swimming, and visiting local wineries.

The Lake Chelan AVA, established in 2009 as a sub-AVA of the Columbia Valley, is a premier wine-growing region in north-central Washington, centered around the 50.5-mile-long, glacially-carved Lake Chelan. With a unique microclimate influenced by the lake's moderating effects, volcanic soil composition, and elevations ranging from 1,100 to 2,000 feet, the AVA provides ideal conditions for growing premium grape varietals such as Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, and Syrah. The combination of warm days, cool nights, and mineral-rich soils results in wines known for their bright acidity, rich aromatics, and distinctive fruit-forward character.