Mowe Acquires Part of Aida Vineyard from Vineyard 29

Renee and Dustin Mowe of the eponymously named fine wine house MOWE have acquired a portion of the Aida Vineyard from Vineyard 29. Terms weren't disclosed.

The 10.5-acre section will retain the Aida name and is comprised primarily of Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot and Cabernet Franc completing its identity. Originally planted over a century ago, AIDA gained prominence over decades of careful stewardship under producers like Vineyard 29.

“When Dustin and I follow our hearts, it always leads us in the right direction," says Renee. "This time it led us to AIDA. Every decision we have made has been grounded in our shared dream of putting down real roots in this valley we love so much, while creating a lasting legacy for our children, who were born and raised here. Acquiring Aida feels like another one of our wildest dreams coming true, and we are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to steward such a special property into its next chapter.”

Mowe released its first wine in 2024. For over two decades, Dustin has been President and CEO of Portocork, a leading producer of high-quality cork, while Renee has supported their family by managing their household with care, empathy and strength.

Today, Renee oversees daily operations at Mowe, whose current production includes fruit from their St. Helena Estate Vineyard; a small vineyard in Coombsville under a long-term agreement that sustains their Sauvignon Blanc program; and now AIDA, the house’s second estate entirely under their ownership.