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Bill Vyenielo to Lead Larkmead Vineyards

Larkmead Vineyards, one of Napa Valley's oldest family-owned wineries with more than 125 years of history in Calistoga, hired Bill Vyenielo as its new President. At a young age, the Petaluma, Calif., native began working on neighboring farms and ranch operations. “My early experience instilled in me

Kathy Durbin Named NABCA Chair-Elect

Wine Critic Jay McInerney Snuck Champagne into ICU Before Brain Surgery

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Conor McQuaid to Succeed Ann Mukherjee at Pernod Ricard North America

Pernod Ricard appointed Conor McQuaid as CEO of North America (USA and Canada), succeeding Ann Mukherjee, who has decided to step down to focus her time and energy on her family’s well-being. McQuaid is a 25-year veteran of Pernod Ricard, most recently serving as Executive Vice President

Legier Elected NCSLA President

Ernest P. Legier, Jr., was unanimously elected President by the National Conference of State Liquor Administrators' Executive Committee. “NCSLA is celebrating 90 years of uniting alcohol regulators and industry professionals who are committed to educating themselves on related issues and building relationships which support a healthy and safe market.

Jay James New President at Benchmark Wine

Benchmark Wine Group is pleased to announce that it has named a customer and client, Master Sommelier Jay James, as its next President. Jay brings nearly four decades of experience in all tiers of the fine and rare wine industry. “We selected Jay based on his unique experience in service,