Annual Funds Raised to Mentor the Next Generation of
Women Leaders in the Wine & Spirits Industry
March 7, 2025 (Santa Margarita, CA) — Ancient Peaks Winery this week delivered a $50,000 donation to Dream Big Darling, a nonprofit dedicated to mentoring and elevating the next generation of women leaders in the wine and spirits industry. The donation was raised through sales of the winery’s specialty One Stone wines in 2024, continuing an annual fundraising initiative that is now in its fourth year.
“This initiative is all about fostering leadership opportunities for women in our industry,” said Doug Filipponi, co-owner of Ancient Peaks Winery. “It’s inspiring to see how our One Stone wines continue to make a practical difference.”
One Stone produces two highly rated flagship wines—a Cabernet Sauvignon and a Rosé. The mantra of One Stone is “the woman who moves a mountain starts with a single stone.” The wines are distinguished by their colorful labels, featuring original works by local artist Audrey Jackson.
A portion of One Stone proceeds supports Dream Big Darling’s mission, funding programs such as educational seminars, leadership workshops, industry networking opportunities, and scholarships. This year’s donation marks an increase in support, underscoring the continued growth of the initiative and its impact on aspiring female professionals.
“We are grateful for the steadfast support of One Stone,” said Amanda Wittstrom-Higgins, President & Founder of Dream Big Darling. “These contributions have allowed us to shape our industry in a meaningful way.”
“Our distributor partners and customers make this fundraising initiative possible,” said Kristin Muhly, VP of Sales & Marketing at Ancient Peaks. “Their passion helps us make an impact, and we’re excited to see what’s next for the women who are mentored by Dream Big Darling.”
About Ancient Peaks Winery
Ancient Peaks is a family-owned winery specializing in wines from our sustainably farmed estate Margarita Vineyard in Paso Robles on California’s Central Coast. Margarita Vineyard stands alone in the Santa Margarita Ranch AVA of Paso Robles, nestled into the rugged Santa Lucia Mountain Range just 14 miles from the Pacific Ocean. The name Ancient Peaks honors the tall peaks surrounding Margarita Vineyard, which were forged by the collision of the coastal plates. Over time, these same geologic forces blessed us with five distinct soil zones—ancient sea bed, rocky alluvium, shale, volcanic and granitic—that bring natural complexity to our wines. Our tasting room is located in Santa Margarita. Visit www.AncientPeaks.com for more information.
