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Ariel Arce This born-and-bred New Yorker has taken on the mantle as “Champion of Champagne.” -
Josiah Baldivino and Stevie Stacionis Redefining the notion of a retail wine shop, Stacionis and Baldivino created Bay Grape, a “bottleshop with benefits.” -
Sam Bilbro Sam’s creation, Idlewild Wines, makes hard-to-find, Piedmontese-style wines like Nebbiolo, Dolcetto, Cortese, Arneis and Barbera. -
Scot Bilbro Chris Bilbro’s middle son, Scot, decided to take over the family business. Marietta is a longtime producer of value red table wines like Old Vine Red. -
Ryan Burk Burk made his name as brewmaster for Goose Island Brewing. Angry Orchard would recruit him to be its head cider maker and to also help redefine the brand. -
Cheryl Collins Collins replaced co-founder Nikos Ridge as the company’s CEO. She’s recruited staff and implemented new training, safety and branding initiatives. -
Dante Colombatti Colombatti, a fourth generation employee at the 100-year-old family winery, travels the country and energetically promotes the brand to new consumers. -
Brianne Day Not only is Day a winemaker for her namesake label, Day Wines, but she’s also the visionary behind Day Camp, a stunning tasting room and cooperative winery. -
David Dolginow and Colin Davis It’s easy to understand Davis and Dolginow’s dedication when you savor their tasty ciders, but they’re also passionate about restoring lost apple varieties. -
Mikey Giugni Though only on his eighth harvest at Scar of the Sea, Giugni is already a major influence in the Central Coast beverage game.