Our Story
About the Owner
Jennifer Soni-Arant, Owner
Jennifer grew up in West Texas, where her family were farmers for many generations, and from her childhood she had a deep connection to the land. She would be the first to share the many stories of planting, growing of the crops, and harvesting. For Jenn, this was a family legacy that reached back many generations that she was proud to be a part.
Jennifer kept returning to the Central Coast for the overall lifestyle experience, and it was on one of those trips that a vineyard property in the Northern border of the Paso Robles AVA was discovered.
As result it was that the 128-acre farm with 40 acres of own rooted Cabernet Sauvignon became the Jennifer Vineyard Home in 1992. Jennifer originally just began as a farmer first with her 40 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon and they in 1994 Lions Peak produced its first vintage.
The continuation of the family legacy has continued into the 21st Century. Today the family farming is wine grapes, athough the West Texas cotton fields linger in her heart.
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Today, the operation of Lions Peak encompasses winemaking, brand development, and sales and marketing. Jenn says, “Sometimes you wear a lot of different hats: however, at the end of the day, it is my bond with the art of fine winemaking and the joy that it brings to all wine enthusiasts that makes it worth it!
Jennifer is certified by The Spanish Wine Academy and is a certified Sommelier, a judge at the OC Wine Competition, and has been a guest at many of the most renowned wine houses in France and South Africa. She has had a radio talk show in Paso Robles on wine, and has been recognized in Who’s Who in Business and Professional Women and other highly esteemed organizations in the wine industry.
For 32 years Lions Peak has had the legacy of producing award-winning wines. The world of wine has selections for every wine enthusiast. Jenn has curated a portfolio of red, white, and dessert wines that will provide you with “The total wine experience”