October 25, 2024 – Rolling Hills, California – Castle Rock Winery is thrilled to announce its expanded partnership with acclaimed U.S. Olympic Dressage rider Sabine Schut-Kery, who will now serve as a brand representative across Castle Rock’s full line of wines. Schut-Kery, a distinguished athlete and trainer, has represented the United States in multiple elite competitions, including as a member of the U.S. Silver Medal-winning Dressage Team at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. Schut-Kery currently serves as the Brand Ambassador for Castle Rock’s Dressage Wines, a role which now broadens to include the winery’s complete portfolio. In her illustrious career, Schut-Kery has achieved many significant accomplishments. She was part of the Team Gold-winning U.S. Dressage Team at the 2015 Pan American Games and achieved another Team Gold at the 2018 Nations Cup. Her long-standing partnership with her horse, Sanceo, has captivated audiences worldwide, representing the highest level of horsemanship and dedication.
Sabine and her husband, Krisztian, both wine enthusiasts, have long been fans of Castle Rock’s wines. “We are honored to partner with Sabine,” stated Castle Rock founder and president Greg Popovich. “Her commitment to elegance and excellence reflects the qualities we strive to create in every bottle of Castle Rock wine.” This partnership was further inspired by Popovich’s wife, Adriana, a dedicated dressage lover and close friend of Schut-Kery, whose passion for equestrianism made the connection between Castle Rock and Sabine a natural fit. Adriana Popovich is also both brands Director of Social Media.
Castle Rock Winery, founded in 1994 by Greg Popovich, has made its name producing high-quality, value-driven wines sourced from top regions along the West Coast, including California, Oregon, and Washington. Since its inception, the winery’s mission has been to offer premium wines at accessible prices—a philosophy that has earned them numerous accolades, including their recent 2024 awards at the California State Fair Wine Competition. Castle Rock’s 2023 Rosé of Pinot Noir earned a Gold Medal with 96 points, and their 2022 California Cuvée Pinot Noir received a Gold Medal with 95 points. The winery also celebrates its 22nd consecutive ‘Best Buy’ rating from Wine Enthusiast, a testament to its quality-driven approach.
With this expanded partnership, Castle Rock Winery continues to reinforce its values of quality, elegance, and approachability, while growing its national and international distribution.
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