(Napa, Calif.) — April 23, 2025 — The Trefethen family, who owns one of Napa Valley’s most celebrated family-owned estate wineries, is pleased to announce that Lindsey Atkinson has joined as South Central Regional Sales Manager. With over two decades of experience in luxury wine sales and distributor management, Atkinson brings deep market knowledge and a passion for building strong, lasting relationships to Trefethen.
Based in Texas, Lindsey will oversee distribution and sales efforts across key markets in the South Central region, including Texas, Colorado, Oklahoma, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
Prior to joining Trefethen, Lindsey worked for The Duckhorn Company for nearly 12 years in sales management positions, most recently serving as Director of Sales, Texas and Intermountain Regions. She also spent ten years at Republic National Distributing Company, where she was responsible for strategic market development and portfolio development. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Communications and Media Studies from The University of Texas at Austin.
“I’m thrilled to join a winery with such a rich legacy and genuine commitment to doing things the right way,” said Atkinson. “Trefethen’s focus on sustainability, estate-grown wines, and family ownership truly sets it apart in today’s wine landscape. It’s an honor to represent a winery that values quality, integrity, and connection as much as I do.”
“We are truly excited to welcome Lindsey to the Trefethen family,” said Joe Cusimano, Vice President, Global Sales at Trefethen Family Vineyards. “Her dedication and passion for the luxury wine industry and her relationships in the trade with our distributors and customers align perfectly with our vision of this role. I am looking forward to Lindsey joining our national sales team and her positive impact on our growing business.”
ABOUT TREFETHEN FAMILY VINEYARDS
Founded in 1968, Trefethen Family Vineyards is a true Napa Valley pioneer. Now helmed by third-generation vintners Hailey and Lorenzo Trefethen, the winery produces estate-grown wines that express the unique spirit of their land, vines, and people. The dedication of the Trefethen family is manifest in every aspect of the operation, from the soil to the table, including sustainable farming, thoughtful winemaking, and gracious hospitality. Trefethen is open daily from 10 am to 4:30 pm. For more information, please contact the winery at 707.255.7700 or visit trefethen.com.
