J Bookwalter - Washington State - Established 1983

Jerry Bookwalter
Jerry Bookwalter graduated from University of California-Davis in viticulture, and in 1976 came to Washington with his wife Jean, to join the fledgling wine grape industry. He has been managing vineyards and making wine in Washington State since 1976 and concentrates his efforts in the vineyards.

John Bookwalter - Read John's Notes from the Cellar!
In 1997, John became a member of the business, bringing 10 years of marketing experience including E & J Gallo, Winterbrook Beverage and Coors Brewing. John focuses on the vineyards and red wine production.

In his decade with the family business, John has made sweeping changes. From the winemaking style and product packaging to an updated building and a wine lounge, John has made his mark. Wine making is perfect blend of science and art,” John has said. “You can’t produce a good wine without the use of both.”  And that’s exactly what he loves about it — the rewarding feeling of being involved in everything from growing the fruit and creating the wine to marketing and selling the final product.

Zelma Long - Article from the San Fransisco Chronicle
Zelma enlisted as a consultant winemaker in 2000. Co-owner of Zelphi wines, which operates in both Napa and South Africa, she was the first woman to serve as CEO of a major California winery (Simi) and is considered one of the pioneers responsible for the growth of the modern California wine industry.