Eric Jones

Eric Jones has over 25 years of work experience in the wine industry. Currently, they hold the position of Director of Bottling Operations at Foley Family Wines since June 2021. Prior to this, they served as the Director of Operations at Vintage Wine Estates from July 2019 to June 2021. Eric has also worked in various managerial roles at Constellation Brands Inc., including Engineering Project Manager - Wine Estates from January 2018 to July 2019, Maintenance Manager at Constellation Brands - Turner Road Vintners from March 2016 to January 2018, and Manager, Maintenance & Bottling at Constellation Brands - The Hogue Cellars from March 2013 to March 2016. Before joining Constellation Brands, Eric served as a Project Specialist at Fetzer Vineyards from April 2010 to March 2013. Eric started their career as a Journeyman Bottling Mechanic at Sutter Home Winery in April 2000, and then held the position of Maintenance Team Lead at E & J Gallo (Sonoma) from April 1995 to April 2000.

Eric Jones attended Healdsburg High School from 1979 to 1982, where they obtained their HS Diploma. During their time at Healdsburg High School, they focused on General Education, AG Mechanics, and Machining & Welding. Following their high school graduation, Eric Jones joined the United States Marine Corps from 1982 to 1986. During their service, they received a degree as an Aircraft Flight Mechanic. Their field of study in the Marine Corps included GE Turbine Powerplants, Rotors & Related Systems, as well as Corrosion Control.