Keith Emerson has held the esteemed position of Director of Winemaking at Vineyard 29 since 2005, and he was appointed as President and CEO in 2022. His wealth of knowledge, innate talent, and extensive experience have led to countless 90+ scores from major critics, including a perfect 100 points from Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate for Vineyard 29’s 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon.

Taste Keith’s expertly-crafted Hibou and Tilth wines at The Yount Room.

Jean Hoefliger has built a winemaking career defined by passion, precision, and a pursuit of excellence shaped by early work at world-class estates like Château Lynch-Bages, Château Carbonnieux, and Meerlust. A multiple 100-point winemaker, he expanded his reach as a consulting winemaker for acclaimed producers including Clark Claudon, Decades 5, Armanino Family Cellars, and Speratus.

Taste Jean’s world-class Yount Ridge and Conn Creek wines at The Yount Room.

Kari is a hands-on winemaker who gladly immerses herself in all aspects of the winemaking process from vineyard to bottle. If you don’t find her tasting barrel samples in the winery, she is probably out kicking the dirt in a vineyard. She has garnered a reputation in and around California’s wine districts as a truly accomplished winemaker with a unique sense of creativity and talent for fine craftsmanship.

Taste Kari’s beautifully composed Cornerstone Cellars wines at The Yount Room.

Adam Lee is a respected winemaker and consultant, founder of Siduri Wines, and a leading voice in California Pinot Noir. Renowned for his commitment to authenticity, he built his career on wines that favor honesty, balance, and a true sense of place over trend. As winemaker for Status Quo, Lee draws on decades of experience while crafting wines that prioritize place over pretense.

Taste Adam’s world-class Status Quo wines at The Yount Room.