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Colorado Association for Viticulture & Enology (CAVE) announced today that Alexandra Mize has been named the organization’s next Executive Director, following a nationwide search. Mize succeeds longtime Executive Director Cassidee Shull, who announced earlier this summer that she would step down following nearly 15 years of leadership. During Shull’

Ellman Estate Winery promoted Michael Ploetz to general manager. He joined Ellman early this year as estate and sales director, succeeds Justin Vazquez, the winery’s general manager for nearly nine years. Vazquez will continue working with the Ellman family in a brand and creative role while launching a creative

Pulido~Walker names Emily Andrews director of business development, a new position, as the winery prepares to expand estate hospitality under a new state statute that allows qualifying California wineries to host wine tasting and educational experiences at their vineyard sites..