Addition of the 34 Bowland properties to Atlas’ existing client portfolio represents over 3000 total acres of vineyard property in California, Oregon, and Washington State.
Bowland considered succession options and ultimately chose to merge for greater growth and business success. “Our industry is experiencing increased pressures of labor shortage, tightening of grape prices, and a constant barrage of new regulations. In order to be successful through these times, I realized I either needed to grow my business significantly or find a partner to share the load. I found a great one in Atlas Vineyard Management.” says Chris Bowland.
Atlas Vineyard Management will take over the farming of the estate properties of Williams Selyem Winery, Carlisle Winery and DuMol Winery, and in addition to 24 different properties in Sonoma County, primarily in Russian River and Bennett Valleys.
In 2018, Bowland Vineyard Management sold grapes to over 40 wineries including such labels as Flowers Winery, Sonoma Cutrer Vineyards and Gary Farrell Winery, and small, family-owned brands such as Massican Winery, Cruess Wine Co, Sua Sponte Cellars.
Chris Bowland, founder of Bowland Vineyard Management, will stay on in a senior role as Director of Farming. He brings 20 years of experience to Atlas Vineyard Management, 13 years spent leading Bowland Vineyard Management. All 100 employees will also stay on with Atlas