Executive Team

Gary Hawke, CEO

With a 30-year career in finance and accounting, two decades of which were spent in the wine industry, Gary Hawke brings deep financial and business acumen to his new role as CEO of Pellegrini Family Vineyards. In his new position, Gary manages all day-to-day operations and oversees the overall performance of the company.

Prior to joining Pellegrini, Gary served as Vice President of Finance and Administration at Lynmar Winery in Sebastopol, where he set forth and managed a highly successful strategic and tactical course for the winery. Prior to Lynmar, Gary worked as Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Guenoc Winery, and as Chief Financial Officer of Martin Ray Winery and the Cordera Wine Group.

Gary began his career in the Midwest, and is a certified public accountant (CPA). He received his BS in Accounting from Millikin University in Decatur, Illinois.

Gary and his wife reside in Windsor, CA.

Moreno Panelli, National Sales Manager

Joe Harikian, California Regional Sales Manager

Shelf Talkers

2007 Olivet Lane Chardonnay-91pts WE 12/09

2007 Olivet Lane Pinot Noir - 91 pts WE 12/09

2007 Pellegrini Zinfandel - 90pts WE 12/09

2006 Cloverdale Ranch Cabernet - 90pts WE 12/09

2006 Cloverdale Ranch Merlot - 90pts WE 12/09

2006 Pellegrini Milestone - 90pts WE 12/09