Sonoma County, CA – (April 9, 2024) – Balletto Vineyards, celebrated for its estate grown and bottled wines in Sonoma County’s Russian River Valley, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kathleen Cardinale as National Sales Director. Ms. Cardinale, with her extensive experience and industry contacts, will spearhead the brand’s presence across the entire US market.
Kathleen’s wine career spans over two decades, including her most recent roles at companies like Ackley Brands, Verity Wine Partners, and Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits.
“Balletto is fortunate to have found a national sales manager like Kat whose ability to think strategically and implement ambitious plans is coupled with industry-wide respect and a welcoming personality that has won decades worth of relationships with wine distributors, brokers and wine buyers throughout the nation,” said Anthony Beckman, Vice President and Winemaker at Balletto Vineyards. “We cannot think of a better fit to introduce Balletto’s estate wines to a greater audience.”
In her new role, Kathleen will help establish Balletto Vineyards’ Pinot noir and Chardonnay to restaurants and fine wine retailers throughout the nation, expanding on the company’s established California distribution.
“Our wines represent the pinnacle of what the Russian River Valley has to offer,” shared John Balletto, Founder and CEO of Balletto Vineyards. “With Kathleen on board, we’re ready to amplify our message and bring our award-winning wines to enthusiasts nationwide.”
Kathleen officially began her tenure with Balletto Vineyards in April 2024 and is quickly assembling a broad sales and distribution team to tell the Balletto family story and – for the first time – establish Balletto Vineyards as a national brand.
About Balletto Vineyards
Nestled in the heart of Sonoma County, Balletto Vineyards is a family-owned estate winery renowned for crafting premium wines exclusively from grapes grown in their vineyards, ensuring meticulous quality control and distinctive expressions of the Russian River Valley terroir. Committed to sustainable practices, Balletto Vineyards offers a portfolio of wines celebrated for their elegance and complexity.
