In this episode of Wine Fringe, the crew sits down with Kendell Anderson, winemaker at The Winery at Bull Run in Northern Virginia, for a conversation rooted in grit, growth, and the reality of building a career in a highly visible, high-pressure wine program. What began as an unexpected shift in career direction quickly turned into a relentless pursuit of knowledge, as Kendell leaned into every opportunity to learn, adapt, and push forward.

We talk through Kendell’s journey from the early days to becoming the winemaker behind one of the region’s most well-known and highly visited wineries. Challenges came fast and often without warning throughout his journey, but moments that could overwhelm even seasoned professionals became defining experiences that shaped both his technical skillset and his leadership in the cellar.

The conversati ...