Peju Winery
Sara Fowler has worked in the wine industry for over 30 years. Sara started their career as a Cellar Rat at Kendall-Jackson in 1986 and then worked as an Assistant Winemaker at Quintessa from 1999 to 2002. Sara then joined Franciscan/Mt Veeder as an Associate Winemaker where they worked until 2006. During their time at Franciscan/Mt Veeder, they were promoted to the role of Associate Winemaker. In 2002, Sara also had a brief internship as a Harvest Winemaker Intern at Veramonte. In 2016, they joined Liana Estates as the Director of Winemaking and held that position until 2019. In the same year, they became the Director of Winemaking and Vineyards at Calmere. Currently, Sara is the VP of Winemaking and Operations at Peju Winery, a role they have held since August 2019.
Sara Fowler completed their Associate's Degree in General Studies from Mendocino College from 1993 to 1995. Sara then pursued further education at California State University, Fresno, where they obtained a degree in Enology with a minor in Business from 1996 to 1999. Sara'sarea of focus during their studies at Fresno State was Viticulture and Enology.