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Wente Vineyards

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Company Research Report: Wente Vineyards



Company Overview



Name: Wente Vineyards

Mission of the Company: Wente Vineyards is committed to sustainable farming and producing high-quality wines while continuing the family tradition in the wine industry.

Founded: 1883

Founder: C.H. Wente

Key People:

  • Eric Wente: 4th Generation Winegrower & Chairman Emeritus of the Board

  • Phil Wente: 4th Generation Winegrower Co-founder of Murrieta’s Well & Vice-Chairman

  • Carolyn Wente: 4th Generation Winegrower & Chairman Emeritus of the Board

  • Christine Wente: 5th Generation Winegrower & Chairman of the Board

  • Karl Wente: 5th Generation Winegrower & Chief Land and Supply Officer, and Community Liaison

  • Jordan Wente: 5th Generation Winegrower & Brand Manager of Murrieta’s Well

  • Aly Wente: 5th Generation Winegrower & Vice President of Marketing and Customer Experiences

  • Niki Wente: 5th Generation Winegrower & Director of Vineyard Operations


Headquarters: 5050 Arroyo Road, Livermore, CA 94550

Number of Employees: 151 full-time employees and 53 part-time employees.

Revenue: No information is available.

What is the Company Known For: Wente Vineyards is known for being the oldest continuously-operated, family-owned winery in the United States. The company is famous for the Wente Clone of Chardonnay, which makes up over 75% of all Chardonnay planted in California, and its commitment to producing sustainably farmed wines.

Products



Products Offered:

  • Chardonnay: Wente's signature product, stemming from the historic Wente Clone.

  • Morning Fog Chardonnay: Known for its citrus and green apple aromas with hints of toasty oak and vanilla.

  • Riva Ranch Chardonnay: Characterized by ripened apple, lemon curd, and toasted brioche with a buttery finish.


  • Red Wines, Rosé, and Blends: Wide variety, including brands such as Nth Degree and Small Lot.


  • Sparkling Wine: Produced using traditional and innovative winemaking practices.


Key Features:

  • Morning Fog Chardonnay

  • Citrus and green apple aromas.

  • Toasty oak and vanilla from barrel aging.

  • Lingering minerality and natural acidity.


  • Riva Ranch Chardonnay

  • Ripened apples, lemon curd, toasted brioche.

  • Creamy oak tones with buttery richness.


Recent Developments



Recent Developments:

  • Sustainability Initiatives:

  • Introduction of electric tractors reducing carbon emissions and fuel spending.

  • Significant solar installation project to offset energy usage.

  • Transition to lighter-weight glass bottles to reduce carbon emissions.

  • Certification as a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary for commitment to environmentally responsible practices.

  • Continued planting of trees to offset carbon footprint, with 15,000 trees planted.


  • New Products:

  • Expansion of wine club options to include customized wine delivery subscriptions: Wente+, 4, 6, and 12 bottle subscriptions.


New Features:

  • New bottling line to increase energy efficiencies.

  • Expanded vineyard practices aimed at sustainable winegrowing.


Partnerships:
  • Collaboration with Ecologi® to plant trees for each bottle sold in April.


For more detailed insights about their story, products, and sustainability practices, visit [Wente Vineyards](https://www.wentevineyards.com).