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# Somerston Estate Hires Judd Wallenbrock as CEO
- URL: https://bevnews.net/somerston-estate-hires-judd-wallenbrock-as-ceo/
- Published: 2023-09-07T01:10:58.000Z
- Updated: 2023-09-07T01:10:58.000Z
- Author: Joel Whitaker
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Napa Valley's **Somerston Estate** hired **Judd Wallenbrock** as CEO.

Over four decades, he has held influential roles, including global vice president of marketing at **Robert Mondavi,** president of **Michel-Schlumberger**, and president/CEO of **C. Mondavi & Family**. He also founded **Humanitas Wines** in 2001 as a social enterprise supporting charitable causes.

Co-founding partner **Craig Becker** will continue as director of viticulture and winemaking. "We are thrilled to welcome Judd Wallenbrock to our team," says Becker. "His extensive experience, visionary leadership, and deep understanding of the wine industry will elevate Somerston and Priest Ranch to new heights."