Imported

As one of the leading wine importers and distributors in New York, Communal Brands is dedicated to bringing sustainably produced, low-intervention wines to the market. Founder and CEO Melissa Saunders, Master of Wine and Instagram’s "Wine Queen,” has a deep passion for sustainability and works closely with winemakers who share this commitment. Communal Brands is also committed to creating innovative, environmentally responsible packaging options and increasing awareness of alternatives to traditional glass bottles.

Italy

Pasadena native Stephanie Cuadra is a writer, linguist, and wine enthusiast with a global perspective. Her journey began with journalism, including coverage of Hugo Chavez Frías' presidential campaign for The Daily Journal of Caracas. It was Italy, though, that unveiled her passion for wine, where she led worldwide communications and business development at Querciabella in Chianti Classico from 2010 to 2016.

Stephanie now divides her time between Milan, Salt Lake City, and her family farm in Puglia, Italy. In partnership with husband Roberto Lasorte she co-founded Lasorte Cuadra, a brand committed to preserving the viticultural heritage of the Apulian limestone plateau known as the Valle d’Itria. SILOS \ Valle d’Itria IGT Bianco represents their dedication to quality-driven winemaking, featuring ancient native white grape varieties. Stephanie’s journey reflects her ethos of embracing cultural diversity and sustainable winemaking practices.

Napa Valley

McKahn Family Cellars is a small, family-run winery in California's Napa Valley, focused on crafting high-quality Rhone Valley-style wines. Led by CEO Denise McKahn, the team sources grapes from some of California's finest regions including Napa Valley, Russian River Valley, Livermore Valley, and Shenandoah Valley. The winemaking is headed by Charles McKahn, a young and talented winemaker with a passion for traditional techniques. Brittany McKahn brings her expertise in wine club management and hospitality to the table, while Kevin McKahn offers his practical skills and insights as an electrician. Together, the McKahns are dedicated to creating wines that are both delicious and sustainably produced.

Santa Barbara

Founded by winemaker Anna Clifford, Final Girl Wines is a boutique family-owned wine label based in the heart of Santa Barbara wine country. Named after the strong female characters in horror films, the brand celebrates grit, determination, and strength through its high-quality and approachable wine offerings. With over 20 years of winemaking experience, Anna has worked in some of the most renowned wineries in the world and holds a degree from UC Davis, the top enology and viticulture school in the United States. At Final Girl Wines, the team works with vineyards that use sustainable, biodynamic, or organic farming practices to craft small batch wines with minimal intervention.

Santa Barbara

Rockets Red Winery is more than just a producer of fine wines – it also serves as a platform for its founder, Jason, to make an impact in his local community. As an independent winemaker and PTSD awareness advocate, Jason uses the winery to share his journey with PTSD on his Instagram and donate a portion of the profits from every bottle to help others. He is a one-man team, personally responsible for every step of the winemaking process. In addition to crafting delicious wines, Jason is committed to using his platform to give back and raise awareness about an important issue that affects many people, including those in the military community.

Healdsberg

Breathless Wines is a family-owned winery dedicated to creating sparkling wines that pair well with life's special moments. Founded by three sisters who were inspired by the passion for life and simple happiness that their mother, Martha Jane, passed down to them, the winery is guided by the expert hand of award-winning winemaker Penny Gadd-Coster. Using the time-honored French method of méthode champenoise, Breathless produces sparkling wines made from the finest select Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay grapes. With nearly 35 years of experience, Penny has earned numerous accolades, including 90 points from Wine Enthusiast and gold medals in the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition and the Grand Harvest Awards. By savoring the little things in life and enjoying a glass of bubbles with cherished friends, Breathless Wines reminds us to trust in the power of happiness and to appreciate each breath we take as a gift.

Central LA South

Centralas is an ecologically focused winery based in Los Angeles and owned by winemaker Adam Huss. The company is dedicated to using delicious wine as a means of connecting people to local farming practices that improve the environment. Believing that the status quo is destroying the world, Centralas aims to provide wine that reflects its customers' values and helps them make a real connection to the agriculture behind it. In addition to his work at Centralas, Adam is also the host of the Organic Wine Podcast. By making this connection, Centralas hopes to inspire people to make choices that have a positive impact on the planet and all the interconnected life that depends on it.

Los Angeles

Acri Wine Company is a low intervention boutique winery based in Los Angeles that focuses on sustainably farmed fruit grown across Southern California. Founded by husband and wife team, Ben and Katy Sposato, Acri Wine Company is proud to work with local vineyards that are organically or biodynamically farmed. They specialize in Southern Italian and Iberian varietals that thrive in the region, producing unique and expressive wines. Acri Wine Company is committed to responsible wine growing and making, and aims to lift up not only their business but also everyone around them. Their wines are a reflection of the terroir of Southern California and are made with passion, dedication, and a deep respect for the land.

Central Coast

League of Rogues Wines is a small but mighty production winery based in California's Central Coast that specializes in Albariño, Syrah, and Zinfandel. They meticulously craft their wines using specific winemaking techniques without the use of additives or chemicals, sourcing from some of the most sought-after sustainable vineyards. The League of Rogues is composed of three dynamic individuals: Jessica Leitch, the Proprietor who embodies the philosophy of constantly evolving and forever being a student; David Jenner, the Ingenious Man who never fails to impress with his catchy and imaginative wine names; and Anthony Taylor, the Artist behind the labels and logos who captures the personality of each wine in his authentic illustrations. The League of Rogues values character, balance, ingenuity, and elegance in their wines, and their journey is encapsulated in each bottle they produce. With guidance from top winemakers in Paso Robles, they continue to innovate and tell their story in more ways than one.