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Christine Wente
Wente Chairwoman of the Board
Aly Wente
Director of Vineyard Operations
Niki Wente
VP of Marketing & Customer Experience
CHRISTINE WENTE
Christine has been with the winery for 24 years, including 13 years on the board. As Chairman, she has ambitious goals to keep driving innovation as a major focus, ensuring that Wente Family Estates continues to push the envelope when it comes to wine quality, packaging, technology, sustainability, and community engagement.
Christine Wente was the first member of the fifth generation to join the family business. She earned a bachelor’s degree in politics from Princeton University and her MBA from Stanford University and began her career in sales and marketing for the E. &J. Gallo Winery. Since joining Wente Vineyards in 2000, she has worn many hats, including selling and marketing her family's wines in the United States and abroad, and overseeing her family’s hospitality business. She has always been a passionate contributor to the winery's sustainability initiatives and was a founder of The Wente Foundation for Arts Education, a non-profit foundation that has granted over $1,000,000 to local arts education programs.
A staunch advocate for the California wine industry, Christine serves on the boards of the Wine Institute and the Oakland Museum of California, and recently completed terms on the boards of the Livermore Valley Winegrowers Foundation and the Three Valleys Community Foundation. She is also on the board of a leading hospitality technology company and an advisor for an innovative irrigation technology company.
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Pauline Lhote
Chandon California Sparkling Head Winemaker
Pauline Lhote
As Head Winemaker at Chandon, Pauline Lhote is responsible for every part of the winemaking process from grape to glass. To say that Pauline is passionate about bubbles is an understatement as she grew up in the Champagne region of France. At just 14 years old, she told her parents she wanted to be a winemaker, and specifically that she wanted to make sparkling wine.
She has been hailed as a female leader in the industry by the likes of Glamour, Marie Claire, and Nylon, as well I as a "Rising Star" by The Drinks Business and acknowledged in Wine Enthusiast’s 2017 40 Under 40, Create & Cultivate's 2019 100 List and Wine Spectator’s 2021 “Behind the Bubbly: Four Female Leaders in California Sparkling Wine." Most recently, Pauline was also awarded the prestigious medal of the Order of the Agricultural Merit by the French Republic for her winemaking accomplishments and promoting the French savoir faire.
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Andrea Brambila
Andrea Brambila travels the world sourcing exquisite grapes from the world’s most prized vineyards to craft varietally correct, premium wines for the Chloe Wine Collection. From Italy to New Zealand and back to her home state of California, Andrea ensures that every bottle of Chloe is worthy of your glass. Andrea has been a female winemaker for nearly twenty years, carefully crafting a career that spans her entry as a laboratory technician to now leading a team of winemakers as one of the most senior winemakers in the industry. She is proud of the wines she creates and the path she’s blazed within a typically male dominated industry. She is just getting started. Andrea has her sights set on building the next chapter of the Chloe Wine Collection and is crafting and innovating for the brand every day. She’s most proud of her recent addition to the Chloe family: a classic New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc that she designed to have a bright and refreshing acidity. She also loves her signature Italian Pinot Grigio and the cult following it has created among those who look to the varietal for its easy-drinking essence and broad pairing potential. “My greatest passion is creating beautiful wines for others to enjoy, and I am thrilled to be able to contribute to the ongoing winemaking legacy of the Chloe Wine Collection.
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Andrea Brambila
Chloe Winemaker
Bread & Butter
Linda Trotta
Bread & Butter Winemaker
Linda Trotta
A second generation Italian-American with a career in winemaking spanning over three decades and four continents, Linda Trotta's life has been anything but boring.
The eldest of 4 children and the oldest grandchild, Linda was born and raised in Southern California surrounded by her extended family of countless aunts, uncles, and cousins. Linda's first memories of wine are from moments around the dinner table with her family, sharing stories, laughter, and, of course, wine. It was from her father's gentle nudge and encouragement that she learned from a young age her opportunities in this world would be endless.
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Cara Morrison
Somona-Cutrer Winemaker
Cara Morrison joined Sonoma–Cutrer in 2005 where she immersed herself in crafting Chardonnay in the classic, Burgundian style. She considers Chardonnay a special grape that allows the winemaker more versatility than any other; Sonoma-Cutrer's intense focus on Chardonnay is what attracted her to the brand. Today, Cara loves that her role allows her to experiment with barrel maturation and the blending process of both of Sonoma–Cutrer's Burgundian grape varietals — Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Zidanelia Arciciacono
Somona-Cutrer Winemaker
Zidanelia Arciciacono and her family moved to Mendoza, Argentina when she was just three years old. Since winemaking is the main industry in that region, she grew up surrounded by winemakers, listening to their wonderful stories. The passion they expressed for their life’s work made a deep impression on her at a young age, and she decided that winemaking was her true calling.
Decoy Wines
Dana Epperson
Decoy Winemaker
Dana Epperson is the gifted winemaker who guides Decoy’s winemaking. She works collaboratively with the vineyard and winemaking teams to ensure the wines reflect the Decoy signature style, and its unwavering commitment to quality.
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Renee Ary
Duckhorn Winemaker
Renee Ary became the fourth winemaker in the four–decade history of Duckhorn Vineyards in 2014. Renee guides the entire Duckhorn Vineyards portfolio, crafting wines that offer structure and sophistication, as well as a deep and purposeful sense of place.
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Cynthia Lohr
J Lorn Winemaker
As the daughter of wine industry pioneer Jerry Lohr, Cynthia Lohr spent some of her youth in the vineyards and at the wineries, absorbing aspects of the wine industry firsthand. In 2002, Cynthia joined the family business as director of communications for J.Lohr Vineyards & Wines, and in 2009, she was named marketing vice president. Beginning in 2016, Cynthia transitioned to the role of trade and brand advocate for J.Lohr. Then in 2019, Cynthia was named chief brand officer.
Kristen Lohr
J Lohr Winemaker
Kristen Barnshisel acclaimed winemaker Kristen Barnhisel brings two decades of viticulture and winemaking experience spanning three continents to her role as winemaker for all white wines.
Dewar's Scotch
Stephanie Macleod
Dewar's Scotch Master Blender
For more than 25 years, Stephanie Macleod has been masterfully crafting whisky for DEWAR’S, a position she considers her “dream job”. It’s a role for which she is well-qualified. Before joining DEWAR’S in 1998, she was a Sensory Analyst at the University of Strathclyde in Scotland, where she worked on a project to unlock the maturation secrets of whisky. Since then, she has studied the sensory characteristics of food and drink more broadly and published 12-Year-Old scientific papers on her findings.
For more than 25 years, Stephanie Macleod has been masterfully crafting whisky for DEWAR’S, a position she considers her “dream job”. It’s a role for which she is well-qualified. Before joining DEWAR’S in 1998, she was a Sensory Analyst at the University of Strathclyde in Scotland, where she worked on a project to unlock the maturation secrets of whisky. Since then, she has studied the sensory characteristics of food and drink more broadly and published 12-Year-Old scientific papers on her findings.
Stephanie also led the team that gave the world DEWAR'S Double Double 21–Year–Old in two distinct variations, one aged in Oloroso sherry casks and the other in rare Japanese Mizunara Oak. Furthermore, she led the brilliant minds behind DEWAR'S Double Double 37–Year–Old and Double Double 38–Year–Old – an illustrious, limited–edition Collector's Series honoring Scotland’s famous whisky regions.
Stephanie's knowledge and expertise in whisky making is widely acknowledged by the many prestigious accolades which have been bestowed upon her from some of the world's top spirits competitions. One of the most notable being when Stephanie made history in 2019 by becoming the first woman to be awarded Master Blender of the Year in the International Whisky Competition. Stephanie has since retained this prestigious title for an outstanding six years in a row.
In addition to shaping the current generation of whisky, Stephanie is also working to influence and inspire future generations. Her blenders continue to learn daily from her wealth of knowledge and expertise, garnering expertise they will carry forward as DEWAR'S continues to champion the spirit of enriching discovery and change the whisky game.
Chateau Ste. Michelle
Taylor Butterfield
Chateau Ste. Michelle Columbia Valley White Winemaker
As an Eastern Washington native and natural-born scientist, Taylor Butterfield understands the importance of the land where grapes are grown, m.akingher an excellent fit as White Winemaker for Chateau Ste. Michelle.
In February of 2023 Taylor joined the Chateau Ste. Michelle team as White Winemaker. Taylor strives for balance in her winemaking-with the right amount of acidity, sweetness, and body to create a wine that can complement food or be enjoyed on its own. "My favorite part about this job is tasting amazing wines and meeting incredible people along the way;" exclaims Taylor. "I've made lifelong friendships over the years from people I’ve been lucky to work with."
I become fascinated by the winemaking process and had a strong desire to know how the same varietal from the same Ava could taste completely different.
Stephanie also led the team that gave the world DEWAR'S Double Double 21–Year–Old in two distinct variations, one aged in Oloroso sherry casks and the other in rare Japanese Mizunara Oak. Furthermore, she led the brilliant minds behind DEWAR'S Double Double 37–Year–Old and Double Double 38–Year–Old – an illustrious, limited–edition Collector's Series honoring Scotland’s famous whisky regions.
Taylor enjoys winemaking in Washington State because of the land's ability to produce several different varietals in a diverse range of styles. She appreciates that the climate provides lively acidity and vibrant fruit, and that Washington is favorable for sustainability practices.
Hendrick's Gin
Lesley Gracie
Hendrick's Gin Iconic Master Distiller
Scotland, has been home to theHendrick’s GinDistillery for nearly two decades, ever since master distiller Lesley Gracie created the gin. Gracie, one of the few female master distillers of any kind of spirits, has become famous because Hendrick’s was really the first gin to break the mold of the heavy, juniper-laden gins that all kind of smelled and tasted the same to non- gin drinkers.
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Elizabeth McCall
Woodford Reserve Assistant Master Distiller
Woodford Reserve Assistant Master Distiller, Elizabeth McCall, is the second generation of her family to work in the bourbon industry and one of the youngest female distillers in the United States.
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Ashey Mary
Picnic Artist
Wonder, intuition, and curiosity in using a range of art mediums inform her shape, pattern, and color language, always a little wabi sabi in its outcome. Her vibrant abstract works are an expression of her emotional world and her inner child, continually learning how to control less and play more, to analyze less and feel more- a personal practice of trust. Ashley’s creative practice expands from studio work in mixed- mediums with a primary focus on collage, acrylics, and stained glass to commercial work in product and illustration, as well as mural installations nationwide. Past clients include Lancôme, Google, Apple, Starbucks, Meta, Target, Paramount/Nickelodeon, Domestika, and more. When not in her studio, Ashley loves to learn new crafts (currently taking pottery classes), hunt for interesting old objects, travel, and romp around outside.
BLNCD
A women-owned and operated business, BLNCD Naturals creates award-winning, premium-quality beauty and wellness products inspired by the therapeutic properties of plant-based ingredients, including cannabis. BLNCD founders came together after making personal strides towards healthier living – from paying closer attention to what’s in their cosmetics and personal care products to looking for more holistic solutions for everyday ailments. Now, together, they are introducing their line of high-performing, luxurious products to mainstream consumers.
The BLNCD team includes an esthetician and chemist to ensure clean, effective skincare and wellness products. Each co-founder shares a passion for ethical, conscious sourcing, high-level quality control, and an integrated approach to health and wellness. BLNCD has been featured in notable national publications including: Fashionista, Byrdie and The Zoe Report.
BLNCD is a vertically integrated company that allows it to control its hemp supply chain from farm to table. Each product is expertly crafted, cruelty-free certified by Leaping Bunny and made with Midwest-grown certified organic hemp and organic and wildcrafted ingredients. The company prides itself on transparency and only uses the highest quality raw materials.
After the death of her husband and partner in 2007, Sue stepped up to the role of leading the family business. Sue's determination to continue the family label meant taking on a marketing and management role, responsible for regular visits to the distributors in Whitehaven's important US, UK and Ireland, Asian and Australian markets. Greg and Sue’s daughter, Samantha is also involved in the business and will take a more involved role in the future.
BLNCD products are currently made in small batches in Northeast Minneapolis ensuring consistency and quality. The company’s hemp processing and manufacturing facilities comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and are USDA Certified Organic. Third-party lab testing is done on every batch, with results available to consumers via the Lab section of its website.
White Haven Wines
Sue White
Sue White Founder
Whitehaven Wines marked a major change in direction for its co-founder and managing director Sue White - a change which has placed her at the helm of a mid-sized New Zealand winery exporting to markets around the world.
A Wellingtonian working in the financial sector, Sue met her financier husband Greg during the 1980s boom years. By the close of that decade the couple had set sail for the Pacific, a lifestyle change that eventually led them back to New Zealand and the Marlborough Sounds.
They came ashore in Marlborough at a time when the earliest wineries were getting underway. Cashing up their assets, the couple leased a small winery building and Whitehaven was born.
Sue worked alongside Greg getting the label established, an exercise in optimism, energy and resilience. Their success enabled them to open a new purpose-built winery just outside Renwick by 2002, the company’s base today.
After the death of her husband and partner in 2007, Sue stepped up to the role of leading the family business. Sue's determination to continue the family label meant taking on a marketing and management role, responsible for regular visits to the distributors in Whitehaven's important US, UK and Ireland, Asian and Australian markets. Greg and Sue’s daughter, Samantha is also involved in the business and will take a more involved role in the future.
As an innovative wine company, Sue adopts a democratic approach to management. each individual encouraged to contribute fresh ideas, each to flourish in their own role. She also knows the value of being surrounded by staff she can trust to do their best for the business. In turn, they know she is relentless about one thing; the integrity of the Whitehaven name and her enthusiasm for the winery.
"The power of our product is in its purity—it's Marlborough wine to the last grape. Our customers know that every vintage they will be getting a consistently high standard because we value our reputation as a premium label."
Sue's zest for Whitehaven Wines has carried the company to where it is today, a close–knit business which excels in producing exceptional wines, a proud heritage for the White family.
Bombay Sapphire
Dr. Anne Brock
Bombay Sapphire Master Distiller
Dr Anne Brock is the esteemed Master Distiller for BOMBAY SAPPHIRE, whose incredible technical experience and education has made her a visionary in the gin category. Holding a position on the board of directors at the Gin Guild, Anne brings her passion for gin to her role at Laverstoke Mill. Working alongside the Master of Botanicals, Ivano Tonutti, Anne is responsible for fulfilling the global demand for the world's most popular gin, leading a team of 14 distillers at Laverstoke Mill to produce every drop and bottle of BOMBAY SAPPHIRE enjoyed around the world.
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Dr. Emily Vikre
Vikre Vodka & Gins Founder
Created by Emily Vikre, doctor of Food Policy and Nutrition, internationally acclaimed cocktail and cookbook author. Vikre spirits use foraged botanicals, organic local grain, a zero-waste process, and the pristine water of the world’s largest lake for Flavor Like Nowhere Else.
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