Meet The Winemaker

Corey Norsworthy is an accomplished winemaker and viticulturist, currently serving as the winemaker and co-owner for TerraVin Cellars in Palisade Colorado. Originally from Australia his experience spans winemaking in prestigious regions such as Loire Valley and Bordeaux in France, as well as Adelaide Hills and Barossa Valley in Australia and Marlborough in New Zealand. Corey has helped build TerraVin cellars, where his profound understanding of vineyards and winemaking has played a pivotal role in shaping the wineries future.

Growing up in Adelaide, nestled between Australia’s best wine regions Corey developed a taste and passion for great wine. Starting in the year 2000 he gained experience with seasonal vineyard and cellar jobs around Australia and New Zealand. His first for knowledge continued with a Major in Wine Marketing and a minor in Winemaking from Adelaide University and completing level 3 wine studies through The Wine & Spirits Education Trust.

In 2010 he started his own consulting business assisting wineries with marketing, winemaking and vineyard practices. Corey quickly gained a reputation for producing high-quality wines with every winery he represented. In the fall of 2010 Corey traveled to France to consult with Jacques Lurton’s Selection, working in Loire Valley and Bordeaux.

Using an unconventional approach to winemaking, Corey has helped elevate the region with bold and expressive wines that push boundaries but also emphasizes terroir-driven wines with elegance and finesse. Both styles have garnered attention for their uniqueness and high-quality craftsmanship, while emphasizing a balance between innovation and tradition with grapes sourced from Colorado’s premier vineyards.

The success of TerraVin Cellars is a testament to Corey’s deep knowledge of viticulture, his global experience, and his passion for creating wines that are as distinctive as they are enjoyable.