Foley Family Wines, now Foley Family Wines & Spirits, was kickstarted in 1996 by billionaire businessman Bill Foley after he scooped up Lincourt Vineyards in Santa Barbara the year before, naming it after his daughters Lindsay and Courtney. What began as a single winery has ballooned into a family-run powerhouse owning over 25 wineries and distilleries across California, Oregon, Washington, and even spots in New Zealand, Argentina, and France. They produce premium wines and spirits from iconic estates like Chalk Hill, Ferrari-Carano, and Silverado Vineyards, focusing on quality, legacy, and hospitality while churning out millions of cases annually.
This crew stays anti-woke by prioritizing real family legacies and smart investments in historic vineyards over chasing fleeting fads, like restoring classic California wineries without the obligatory social media sermon. Interestingly, their pivot to spirits shows they're all about bold moves that actually pour profits, proving you can build an empire on timeless taste rather than trendy talking points. In a sea of performative pours, Foley just delivers the goods.
