Cork it Crew
Melanie Gagnon
Owner
WSET Certified Levels 1 & 2
Melanie has witnessed the magic of wine countless times — not just as an art form, but as a way of bringing people together. She’s driven by the craftsmanship, creativity, and connection that wine inspires, and she’s passionate about bringing high-quality, handcrafted vintages to her community. With over a decade in the industry, Melanie’s love for winemaking continues to grow with every new blend, every shared story, and every satisfied customer.
Outside the shop, she recharges in nature — snowboarding the North Shore mountains, trail running, off-roading, camping, and spending quality time with her family in the great outdoors on her families acreage.
Andie Hawkes
Operations Manager
WSET certified Levels 1&2
There are two things Andie really loves: wine and murder (podcasts, of course). After eight years behind a desk, she ditched the 9-to-5 grind in Alberta to follow her true passions — studying criminology and mastering the art of winemaking in beautiful Vancouver.
At Cork It, Andie oversees wine operations with precision and care, ensuring every batch meets our high standards. She’s known for her sharp palate, her even sharper wit, and her ability to make every customer feel like they’ve just joined the coolest wine club in town. When she’s not bottling up magic, you’ll find her shredding the slopes, soaking up live music, or spending quality time with her fam — glass of wine (or true crime podcast) in hand.
Amanda Webster
Social Media and Marketing Coordinator
Meet Amanda Webster, the vino enthusiast and content creator at Cork It Winemaking. Amanda is passionate about the world of wine, sharing her finds, and getting nerdy over the perfect wine pairings. When she’s not creating content, you can bet you will find her hosting wine and cheese nights, adventuring to different BC wineries, or dreaming up plans for her future wine cellar!
Juniper A.K.A. June Bug
Wine Maker In Training
Meet Juniper, the pint-sized powerhouse of our vineyard family! With her tiny toes stomping with enthusiasm and a nose for the finest aromas, she’s our future sommelier in the making. Catch her in action at the shop, where she’s already turning grape juice into pure joy.
Max
Max is our shop mascot and official desk greeter! He is super friendly and always makes our clients smile.
Grrrrr, woof, bark!
