April 27, 2023 (Santa Ynez Valley, CA) — Santa Barbara County’s Brave & Maiden Estate is pleased to announce the promotion of Victor Robaglia to Winemaker. In his new role, Robaglia will be overseeing daily operations of the winery and estate vineyard, working in conjunction with Director of Winemaking, Joshua Klapper.
Originally from France, Robaglia joined Brave & Maiden during harvest 2019, and his exceptional potential was evident from the beginning. Armed with experience working at esteemed wineries in the renowned regions of Côtes de Provence and Bandol, France, Robaglia quickly stood out for his meticulous attention to detail and unwavering dedication to quality viticulture and winemaking.
“We are thrilled to promote Victor to the role of Winemaker,” says Klapper, who has been leading Brave & Maiden’s wine program since its inception. “As an integral part of the production team for years, Victor brings a remarkable level of skill and passion to crafting high quality wines that authentically express the character of our estate vineyard. Victor is a true asset to Brave & Maiden and we all look forward to watching him excel in his new position.”
“I remember when I came to Brave & Maiden the first time,” shares Robaglia. “Its unique vision, culture and talents stood out to me immediately, and today, I find myself continually inspired by this special place. Brave & Maiden is a symbol of excellence and I am honored to be part of this incredible journey.”
Robaglia’s promotion is a testament to Brave & Maiden’s commitment to nurturing talent and recognizing hard work and dedication. The winery prides itself on its team of skilled individuals who work together to produce noteworthy wines and provide unparalleled hospitality experiences to all who visit.
Brave & Maiden Estate
Brave & Maiden Estate was established in 2011, planted to 46 acres of vineyards—including Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon and Viognier. Brave & Maiden is a certified sustainable winery and vineyard dedicated to producing handcrafted, single-vineyard estate wines and red blends. Brave & Maiden’s wine program is a collaborative effort committed to crafting wines with the utmost level of quality and care from vineyard to bottle. For more information, please visit www.braveandmaiden.com.
