About
Tony Yehuda Ziv
After many years I finally found my niche which is premium wines from Napa Valley, Sonoma & Central Coast .
It took many years of sampling wine and understating quality to be able to bring some of the best smaller production wine to the consumers.
We are still looking for more of these hidden treasures and we will add them to our collection as we grow.
We have created a dynamic portfolio, based around family owned and operated artisan wineries .
We dedicated to introducing small family-owned wineries into the Southern California marketplace.
Each small production, hand-crafted wine represents a very special sense of place. Most importantly,
the family behind each label possesses a passion for wine that is equally shared by my family.
The finest wines for the finest people
Thank you and stay tune,
Tony Yehuda Ziv
President
Ken Spears
Ken Spears is a well respected wine educator and former restauranteur.
He has had many years of wine experience. He is currently a CSW, CS, FWS and WSET Diploma Candidate.
When ken drinks or smells wine, the first thing hue thinks about is the amazing food that can make the experience all that much more fulfilling.
Lisa Wherry C.S.W
Successful Sales Manager of top rated fine wine accounts in the Inland Empire and Desert Cities.
Twenty Five years of wine industry experience working with multiple suppliers and brands
Recipient of multiple sales awards including Salesperson of the Year 7 times for major distributor
Strong business building acuman , I have a passion for customer service and fine food and wine!
Johnny Walker
I’m here for the wine get use to it! Fan of the grape goodness and bringing people together to enjoy great times and pours. SoCal native living in Long Beach with Dekker dog and my lady Katy. Likes include beach cruiser rides and outside time. Digging The Venture Wine Portfolio and potential ahead.
Favorite Varietal: Red- Cab Sauv and White- Viognier
Appreciating the diversity of California wines based on region and environment.
Happy Tasting
Angeline Johnson
Angeline Johnson is an innovative and creative marketing and sales professional with over 15 years of experience in relationship building and account management. She spent the last decade in the apparel industry representing top brands to retailers such as Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, and Bloomingdales. After the industry took a hard hit during covid she decided to venture out and pursue a career in something she was passionate about. Her love of wine revolves around having a passion for food and their pairings. She loves to frequent many local restaurants and get to know the chefs and try a wide array of cuisines. She takes a consultative approach to really get to know each establishment to offer wines that will make the experience all the more enjoyable.
Tricia Gilfone
Tricia Gilfone is a versatile Artist, Performer and Wine lover, with over 20 years experience in the Entertainment and Service Industry. Originally from New York by way of St. Louis Mo, Tricia grew up in a family owned Fine Jewelry business where her sales and marketing education began. A graduate of the Visual and Performing Arts High School, and New York’s American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Tricia took the drive out west to pursue the Entertainment business. Her credits include work with: NBC, Hallmark,Lifetime, Disney Corporation, Netflix, Days of our Lives, and iHeart Radio, among many others.Her latest accomplishments include associate producing Media Access Awards, co-creating and producing web content for Disney Online Interactions,her own scripted comedic series,assistant Living, as well as her latest feature film Silver Skies on Amazon and Netflix.
Balancing between the Service industry, and the Entertainment business,Tricia’s passion and appreciation for wine continued to grow and has led her to Venture Wine Group.
Favorite Varietal: Red- Cab Sauv and White- Viognier / Chenin Blanc
Tom Conte
Tom Conte has been selling wine in San Diego County for 32 successful years, focusing on the key accounts of the area. Having worked side by side with some of the most well-respected owners, growers, wine makers, etc., Tom learned the many facets of the wine industry from the best. Tom’s strong knowledge and strong customer relations have been key to the respect and success Tom has earned throughout his wine sales career