“I’ve been all over the world and seen every side of the wine business. By far, my favorite part is sharing my passion, and helping people find wines they can appreciate and enjoy.”
- Ben Ferris, Owner and Founder
I grew up in Austell, Georgia, just outside of Atlanta. My first exposure to great wine came when I studied under a sommelier in Charleston. That was all I needed to catch the bug. I went all in and moved to California to study viticulture and enology at Fresno State.
I spent most of my 20s and 30s in wine country following my passion for the art and science of fine wine. I worked in fine dining in California, became a certified sommelier and finally became a professional wine maker, working for estates in Napa, Sonoma, Washington State and even Australia.
When I returned to Georgia, I experienced the other side of the business and sold wine and spirits for two different producers.
Now, I want to take all the great experiences I’ve had and bring it home to Georgia.
Wine making in Australia
Australia
Pump over duty at Dooker.
Shoveling out the ferment tank.
Oregon coast
Beaune, France
My family has been a constant source of support.
The American Crew working for Molly Dooker.
Molly Dooker cellar crew 2011
My wife loves wine too! Here we are in Sonoma.
Beaune, France
My family
My son and I at the beginning of build out
My wife and I at the end of build out