Darren leads the winemaking team at Milea Estate Vineyard, bringing over 18 years of global experience across renowned wine regions including Napa and Sonoma, the Barossa Valley, Hawke’s Bay, and Walla Walla. His wines have earned critical acclaim from Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, Vinous, and Wine Enthusiast. Before joining Milea, Darren served as Winemaker at Prestige Wine Company, crafting multiple 90+ and 95+ point wines for clients such as Yao Family Wines, Taub Family Wines, Kintera, and Vanderpump Wines.
At Milea, he oversees every step of production from sustainable vineyard practices to blending and bottling with a focus on precision, balance, and authentic site expression. Holding a Master of Viticulture and Oenology from the University of Adelaide and a Ph.D. in Geology, Darren combines scientific expertise with creative artistry to craft elegant, expressive wines that capture the true character of the Hudson Valley.