09/16/2026
Huge congratulations to two of our clients, Chase Renton of L'Angolo Estate and Rick Bonitati of Sequoia Grove Winery , on their nominations for the 2026 Wine Enthusiast Wine Star Awards! 🎉
Chase is nominated for Innovator of the Year for his work behind Resilience, a Willamette Valley Pinot Noir inspired by his own mental health journey. 100% of proceeds from wine sales support the Kevin Love Fund , while the label’s kintsugi-inspired design celebrates the beauty of embracing imperfections rather than hiding them.
Rick is nominated for Wine Executive of the Year for his leadership at Sequoia Grove, where he has spearheaded vineyard development, acquisitions and sustainability initiatives, including the adoption of 100% renewable energy and Napa Green certification. He has also championed wildfire relief, land conservation and service dog programming, bringing that same commitment to the broader community.
We’re so proud to see both Chase and Rick recognized for the meaningful work they’re doing within the wine industry and beyond. Congratulations! 🥂