Our most preeminent wine dinner series returns this Winter — join us every Wednesday for a new, unique, and intimate wine dinner featuring in-depth conversations with those who pour their heart and soul into winemaking around the world.
Cliff Lede Vineyards is a multi-generational family-owned and operated winery that farms over 160 acres of exceptional estate vineyards in Napa Valley. Located in the famed Stags Leap District, the focus is on Cabernet Sauvignon with “Poetry” and “Rhythm” being the highest expressions of this unique property. Additional estate vineyards in Carneros and Calistoga naturally balance the portfolio of Napa Valley wines. For over 20 years, Cliff Lede Vineyards has prioritized crafting wines of extraordinary quality with authenticity and sustainability in mind.
Founder Cliff Lede has long been an advocate for classically styled wines. Tours through Bordeaux and Napa Valley in the 1990’s deepened his passion for wine and inspired his dream to become a vintner. Cliff quickly realized that Napa Valley provided the entrepreneurial spirit, supportive community, and ideal environment to bring his vision to life. Cliff brought his rockstar personality and dedication to excellence to Napa Valley by creating an original, beautiful, and timeless estate.
From an early age, Jason Lede began working at his father’s winery to build a comprehensive understanding of the business. From harvest to wholesale and hospitality, Jason’s decades of experience at home and abroad ensures the winery evolves for the next generation. Jason works alongside his father to establish the family’s legacy as a respected producer of classic, authentic, and sustainably crafted wines that deliver exceptional quality and value.
Join us on Wednesday, February 25th, as we welcome Dina Clark — Vice President of National Sales for Cliff Lede Vineyards — for an intimate wine dinner celebrating the impact and legacy of Cliff Lede in Napa Valley, alongside an exquisite multi-course menu curated by Chef de Cuisine Sophia Kiasi.
ABOUT THE HOST
Dina brings nearly 25 years of wine industry experience to Cliff Lede Vineyards. Most recently, she served as Midwest regional director of sales for the Boisset Collection, where she oversaw the company’s American and French portfolio of wines totaling 21 brands in ten states with 18 distributors. Prior to that, Dina spent nearly a decade with Terlato Wines International, where she held positions including national accounts manager, national hotel manager as well as a position as director of sales for the Terlato Distell Artisan spirits division of the company. Dina joined the Cliff Lede Vineyards team in 2021.
A graduate of Northern Illinois University, Dina resides in the Chicago area where she enjoys spending time with her three children, cooking, and staying active through cycling.