Sustainability at Work
Every J. Lohr team member has a role to play in obtaining Certified California Sustainable status for our wines. Here's just a few of our "faces of sustainability."
President & CEO, Co-Owner
Steve Lohr
A past board president of the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance, Steve is dedicated to weaving sustainability throughout all aspects of J. Lohr’s operations.
Lab Supervisor
Lily Cuyler
Lily carries out comprehensive quality and sustainability testing in our Paso Robles lab.
Viticulturist/Viticulture Research Director
Anji Perry
In addition to her key duties in the vineyard, Anji is responsible for maintaining our sustainability certifications.
Hospitality & Trade Relations Manager
Darrell Marcus
As our in-house educator, Darrell teaches guests about the importance of sustainability to wine quality.
Vineyard Manager / Grower Relations
Zach Merkel
Zach works closely in Paso Robles with our own and other vineyards to ensure local sustainablility protocols are adhered to.
Production Manager
Jeff Leopard
Jeff oversees all winemaking sustainability protocols at our Paso Robles facilities.
Process & Storm Water Manager
Laura Schulz
Laura monitors water quality and conservation efforts at our Paso Robles winery.
Vineyards Operations Manager
Jesus Ramirez
Jesus oversees sustainable farming operations in our Monterey Co. vineyards.
Barrel Warehouse Manager
Manny Lara
Manny is in charge of the quality and sustainability of our cooperage programs in our Greenfield winery.
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- Find the Seal: Look for the Certified California Sustainable seal on the back of J. Lohr wine bottles or promotional materials.
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Sustainability Matters...
The Certified California Sustainable seal on a back label attests that the wine has gone through a rigorous review process, documenting its authentic “sustainable” status at every step of the growing and winemaking process.
More than 35 J. Lohr releases have gone through this detailed audit and proudly display the Certified California Sustainable seal on their back label.
“Search for the Seal” to enter for a trip for two to visit J. Lohr’s sustainable vineyards in Monterey and Paso Robles!
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2022 J. Lohr Estates Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon
Certified Sustainable Wines
Our single-minded goal is to let the quality and terroir of our vineyards in Monterey, Paso Robles, and Napa Valley shine through in every bottle of J. Lohr.
