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    Winemaker

    Ben Papapietro

    Discipline
    Winemaker
    Based in
    Healdsburg, California, United States
    Portrait of Ben Papapietro

    i. Biography

    The Climb

    A minimalist cellar approach defines the work here: Papapietro Perry Winery, through Ben Papapietro, keeps the wines focused on what the season gives, with vintage-to-vintage differences left visible rather than smoothed away.

    Today

    Today, Ben Papapietro is Executive Winemaker and owner of Papapietro Perry Winery.

    Career - Executive Winemaker — Papapietro Perry Winery - Owner — Papapietro Perry Winery

    Signature

    The signature wines tied to Ben Papapietro include 777 Clones, Peters Vineyard Chardonnay, and Leras Family Vineyards.

    In Their Words “Authentic, not pretentious. Confident, but not too serious. Humble. The winery is an extension of my home and personal hospitality.” “We don’t over-extract or over-oak our wines.”

    Recognition

    That same restraint carries through the house style: confident, but not too serious, with Papapietro Perry Winery framed as an extension of home and personal hospitality.

    FAQ What is Ben Papapietro's current role? As of 2026, Ben Papapietro is Owner/Executive Winemaker. What is Ben Papapietro known for? Pinot Noir.