Our Staff

Amigos, I am Mauricio Collada Jr, Owner, and president of Cubanisimo Vineyards. I was born in Habana, Cuba, and my parents left everything they had to bring their 5 kids to start anew in the USA. My adopted country has given me many opportunities to work hard so as to be able to reach for success. I became a neurosurgeon, established a wonderful family, and fell in love with Oregon Pinot Noir, and the Oregon wine industry. Today I still enjoy the practice of neurosurgery, but also cherish the opportunity of making friends, and sharing our beautiful estate and our fabulous wines while celebrating my ethnicity.

Hi! I’m Debra Collada, owner, along with my wonderful husband, of Cubanisimo Vineyards. I wear two hats, that of managing Mauricio’s medical practice and also assisting with the management of our events here at Cubanisimo. I am excited for a wonderful future, meeting many new friends, and enjoying our wines together!

Hola Amigos! I am the Vineyard Manager at Cubanisimo. I have been here since I was 18 years old and couldn’t imagine being anywhere different. I take pride in each and every vine and get excited to watch each year come to fruition. One of my favorite things is knowing how much work goes into the vineyard and watching you all enjoy the finished product!

Hello everyone, and Happy 2026!  I’m excited to be stepping into the role of Winery Manager this year. When I moved back to Oregon in 2023, I honestly didn’t expect to return to the wine industry. After spending many years in Napa Valley—an experience I truly valued—I felt ready for a different pace.

Then in 2024, I found myself visiting Cubanisimo Vineyards and happened to meet the owners while they were enjoying the sunshine and a glass of Rosado de Pinot Noir. The view here is spectacular, so I was already taken with the setting, but Debra and Mauricio truly made it apparent that this was where I wanted to be. Their warmth, constant smiles, and easy conversations with both longtime friends and first-time visitors made it immediately clear how much dedication they have poured into Cubanisimo—and how much joy they take in sharing it with everyone who visits.

I look forward to helping Cubanisimo continue to grow while sharing the passion, welcoming spirit, and wonderful wines that make this place so special.