Silver Oak & Twomey
Julie Fadda Powers has extensive experience in the wine and media industries, currently serving as the Tasting Room Senior Associate at Silver Oak Cellars & Twomey Cellars since September 2018. Previously, Julie worked as a Freelance Writer and Editor for Sonoma Media Investments, LLC and other clients since January 2016, and held the position of Tasting Room Associate at Dutcher Crossing Winery in mid-2017. Julie also served as the Editor-in-Chief for Vineyard & Winery Management Magazine from December 2015 to April 2017 and held the editorial role for NorthBay biz magazine for a decade. Early career highlights include positions such as Editor-in-Chief at Learn2 Corp., Managing Editor at Miller Freeman, Inc., and Associate Editor at Dyna Corporation. Julie began a career in hospitality as a bartender and food server at various establishments. Julie earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from San Francisco State University after attending San Diego State University.
Silver Oak & Twomey
Silver Oak is a leading producer of food-friendly Cabernet Sauvignon aged exclusively in American oak. Established in 1972, Silver Oak is still owned and operated by the Duncan family, who also founded Twomey Cellars in 1999, a leading producer of Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Merlot. With six winemaking facilities and tasting rooms spanning California to Oregon, 16 estate vineyards and The Oak Cooperage located in Higbee, Missouri, the Duncan family is committed to innovative and sustainable viticulture and winery management practices that result in wines of the highest quality and distinction.