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This year, the Wente Family is celebrating 140 years as a continuously family-owned and operated winery. In concert with that milestone, Chairman Emeritus of the company, Eric Wente, was also

Wente Vineyards has called Livermore home for 140 years. On the national front, Wente is the oldest, continuously operating family winery. The fifth generation of Wentes now lead the company.

Before it was a buzzword and before certifications, Wente Vineyards has been farming sustainably since its founding in 1883. The estate's longevity can be directly traced to the Wente family's multi-generational commitment to the land.

Wente Family Estates Announces Next Generation of Leaders Posted on March 03, 2021 March 3, 2021 Livermore, CA – Wente Family Estates announced today a new alignment for the company’s senior leadership at America’s longest continuously owned and operated family winery, celebrating 138 years of history in 2021.  Eric Wente will be transitioning to Chairman Emeritus as the next step in his 43 years of service supporting the five-generation family business where he has held roles includin...