Portrait of Emily Pelton
i. Biography
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Training at Virginia Tech gave Emily Pelton a technical base for work that depends on repeatable decisions in the cellar and a steady read on fruit, structure, and blend. Since 2001, Pelton has made wine at Veritas Vineyard and Winery, and since 2018 she has also split that work with co-ownership and winemaking at Flying Fox Vineyard.
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Pelton's named bottlings point to range rather than repetition: Fall Sweet Vermouth No. 18.03, Winter Sweet Vermouth No. 18.04, Spring Sweet Vermouth No. 19.01, Trio 2015, and Rose 2018.
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What is Emily Pelton's current role?
As of 2026, Emily Pelton is Winemaker.
Where did Emily Pelton train or study?
Emily Pelton trained at Virginia Tech.
What recognition has Emily Pelton received?
National Women’s Wine Competition — Women Winemaker’s Challenge (2005).
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