SAN FRANCISCO/ST. HELENA, August 20, 2013: Farella Braun + Martel LLP represented Clos Pegase Winery, Inc., and sole shareholder Jan Shrem, in its sale to Vintage Wine Estates (VWE).

Clos Pegase is known for its iconic architecture and art collection, as well as its wines. The transaction includes the winery and surrounding land at Clos Pegase, as well as vineyard land at nearby Los Carneros vineyards. Santa Rosa-based VWE has a collection of brands, including Girard Napa Valley, Windsor Sonoma Winery, Cartlidge & Browne and Cosentino Winery.

The Farella team was led by Partner Frank Farella and included Partners Karen Yuen and Said Kordestani.

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