January 28thThe Sonoma Valley Vintners & Growers Alliance (SVVGA) non-profit trade association representing over 90 wineries and 140 grape growers announced today that Eva Bertran of Gloria Ferrer Caves and Vineyards has been elected to lead the organization as board president for 2011.
January 14thHis main areas of focus for Wine Intelligence's clients will be the growing market opportunities in the Asia Pacific region, and developing effective global brand strategies within the wine category
January 4thJoel Aiken has left the position of Vice President of Winemaking at the world-renowned Beaulieu Vineyard (BV) in Napa Valley to begin working as a consulting winemaker.
October 26thAt Wine Colleagues, Jon and Mike Jellison direct the Management Services and Business Development practice, bringing experience, insight, and expertise to the challenges faced by wineries and wine businesses of all sizes and in all wine market segments.
September 22ndRay Walker, previously a cellar worker with Freeman Winery and August West, is moving from California to Beaune, France, to start a negociant business based in Burgundy. Walker will work with winemaker Olier Leflaive.
September 17thJim Hendon, formerly of Tarrica Wine Cellars, was named director of winemaking at Paso Robles Wine Services (PRWS). Hendon earned a degree in Fermentation Science from UC Davis in 2002.
September 17thTina Martin has started a consulting business utilizing her 25 years of experience in the wine industry focusing on luxury brand building.
September 17thErica Valentine has joined Scion Advisors as a senior associate. Scion specializes in working with family-owned and closely-held businesses.