Jordie Ricigliano

Jordie Ricigliano hails from an agricultural background, blending this with a sociology education and Central Coast wine industry training.

Passionate about linking people with the land through the concept of terroir, Jordie holds expertise in journalism, brand marketing, and sustainable agriculture.

A Wine Spirit and Education Trust graduate at level 3, Jordie obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) with a focus on Sociology-Anthropology and Environmental Studies from Middlebury College.

Jordie has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles such as Wine Educator at Riverbench Vineyard & Winery, Co-Founder at Luche Leash Co., Yoga Instructor and Contract Marketer at YASA Yoga Studio, Wine Consultant & Mystery Shopper at WISE, Field Specialist in Journalism at Africa Media, Brand and Marketing Manager at Summerland Winery, and more.

Jordie has also held positions like Tasting Room Associate at Dierberg and Star Lane Winery, Independent Sales Representative at Silpada Designs, Co-Principle Investigator and Reporter at Local Through the Mouths of Locals, Winter Intern at Animal Planet, Discovery Network, and various other roles showcasing depth and versatility.

Previous experiences include roles such as Foreclosure Sales Assistant at Zucker, Goldberg, and Ackerman, LLC, Costume Design Assistant at Middlebury College Theatre Department, Freelance Photographer, Communications Intern at Yakima Basin Fish and Wildlife Recovery Board, and Assistant Manager at Interwest Commodities, LLC, among others.

Additionally, Jordie Ricigliano has showcased writing skills as a Columnist and Reporter at Yakima Herald Republic Newspaper (YHR), reinforcing a multifaceted professional background.