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July 12, 2016

J. Lohr Red Winemaker Steve Peck Named ‘Winemaker of the Year’

San Jose, Calif. – July 12, 2016 – J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines announced today that Red Winemaker Steve Peck has been named ‘Winemaker of the Year’ by the San Luis Obispo County wine industry. Peck was nominated for ‘Winemaker of the Year’ by an esteemed group of industry associations that includes the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance, the San Luis Obispo Wine Country Association, the Independent Grape Growers of the Paso Robles Area and The Vineyard Team. After being nominated, Peck was voted the ‘Winemaker of the Year’ honor by his industry peers in recognition of his leadership and accomplishments on behalf of San Luis Obispo County winemaking. San Luis Obispo County is California’s third largest wine region, and the home to J. Lohr’s sustainably-certified vineyards and winery in Paso Robles.

Click here to learn more about the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance and the additional award recipients.