With more than two decades of winemaking expertise, Julien Fayard is one of Napa Valley’s most respected winemakers.

He believes in producing wines with an identity, exploiting what makes each one unique. Julien’s wines are a pure expression of their terroir, highlighting the specificities and characteristics of the fruit, vineyard management, soil and climate. He has a track record of building brands both in terms of quality and market presence.

Originally from France, Julien began his career as a winemaker producing quality rosé at his family’s winery in Provence. In Bordeaux, he worked at Lafite Rothschild and Smith Haut Laffite before relocating to Napa Valley in 2006.