Three (3) seats are open for election to the Colorado Association for Viticulture & Enology (CAVE) Board of Directors; all three positions are for a 3-year term ending December 31, 2028.
You are able to vote for no more than three (3) candidates.
Each CAVE member receives one vote.
Ballots with more than three selections or duplicated ballots will be void.
All ballots must be received by 5:00 pm on December 20th, 2025 to be counted.
Marcel Flukiger, born in Switzerland, moved to Colorado in 1993. By trade, Marcel is a chef, but entered the Colorado wine scene in 2009, along with his wife Julie, taking their winemaking hobby to the next level by establishing Aspen Peak Cellars, a family owned and operated winery/bistro in Bailey. Marcel's experience in community leadership includes past presidents of the local chamber of commerce and the school district's strategic planning umbrella committee. He is very passionate about hospitality, marketing, creating jobs and sustainable growth patterns, even during the difficult industry downturn. He would be honored to serve on the board and help accomplish CAVE's mission.
Jenne has been in the Colorado wine industry for over 30 years. She has served as a winemaker at Plum Creek Cellars for 23 years and has helped establish the first AAS program in Viticulture and Enology at the technical branch of Colorado Mesa University. She has continued to advance education and research through work with the Warren Winiarski/Gerald Ivancie Institute of Viticulture and Enology. She has been a wine host for AmaWaterways, bringing Colorado wine to audiences across Europe, and has co-founded the Western Slope Chapter of the American Wine Society, creating content for six educational meetings. She has served as a consulting winemaker and as the “Techniques Columnist” forWinemaker Magazine in 2026. She is a Certified Wine Judge and has judged both the Colorado Governor’s Cup and CAVE Amateur Wine Competition. She has served her first term on the CAVE Board from 2023–2025 and would be honored to continue serving for a second term to help guide the growth and recognition of Colorado wine.
James Blanchard, owner and co-founder of Blanchard Family Wines, started his career after graduating from the United State Air Force Academy with a degree in Business Management. He spent 24-years in the Air Force, serving as an instructor and evaluator pilot in multiple aircraft, as well as Command tours at the Air Force Academy and F.E. Warren Air Force Base, and an Associate Professor in the School of Management. He served two deployments during Operation Iraqi Freedom earning Air Medals with distinction and Air Force Space Command's Field Grade Officer of the Year. While serving at the Air Force Academy, James and his brother founded Blanchard Family Wines, a small, boutique winery in Healdsburg, California. After retiring from the Air Force in 2018, he founded the Colorado branch of Blanchard Family Wines in downtown Denver, Colorado. In 2022, he also founded the Colorado Wine Walk, a wine festival focused on highlighting some of the best wines Colorado has to offer. James has served on multiple boards, including 3 years on the CAVE board, as well as serving as board chair of Colorado Youth for a Change.
Kevin Webber is co-founder and CEO of Carboy Winery, established in 2016, and a fourth-generation Colorado native with more than 30 years of experience in hospitality and entrepreneurial ventures across the state’s outdoor recreation and natural foods industries. A certified sommelier since 2011, Kevin has helped Carboy become one of Colorado’s most recognized wineries, built on collaboration, creativity, and a mission to put Colorado wine on the map.
Since joining the CAVE Board in 2021 and serving as Legislative Chair since 2022, Kevin has championed initiatives that move the industry forward with partnership and progress. He also serves as Marketing Chair for the Colorado Wine Industry Development Board, focusing on elevating awareness and demand for Colorado-grown wines while strengthening connections between wineries, growers, and consumers. Kevin is committed to guiding the next chapter of growth for Colorado wine and is honored to seek another term on the CAVE Board.
With over 35 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Tammy brings a deep appreciation for the people, places, and stories that make Colorado's wine community so special. Her previous internship with Visit Grand Junction reinforced her belief that the most unique attraction in our valley is our thriving wine industry. She also served as the first General Manager for Two Rivers Winery, where she gained firsthand experience in winery operations, guest engagement, and community collaboration. Now, as one of the new owners of St. Gerard Vineyard, she will contribute to the continued growth and reputation of Colorado wines. Her past service on the Visit Grand Junction board deepened her commitment to promoting the region, and she remains passionate about elevating our local wine industry as both a business owner and ambassador.
Jenne Baldwin-Eaton – Wine Consultant
James Blanchard – Blanchard Family Wines
Kevin Webber – Carboy Winery
Term Ending December 31, 2025
Nicholas Games – Maison La Belle Vie
Sarah McCall – Grand Valley Grapes & Grains Adventure Tours
Charles Talbott – Talbott’s Cider Co
Term Ending December 31, 2026
Christopher Allison – Bookcliff Vineyards
Lee LaNoue – LaNoue DuBois Winery
Meril Wallace – Restoration Vineyards
Term Ending December 31, 2027
At the Colorado Association for Viticulture & Enology (CAVE), our strength lies in the passion and commitment of the people behind our mission. As Colorado’s only non-profit trade association dedicated to supporting the state’s grape growers and winemakers, we are proud to be led by a small but mighty staff and a volunteer Board of Directors made up of industry leaders.
CAVE is powered by a dedicated team of two staff members who manage the day-to-day operations of the association, execute programs and events, and serve as the point of contact for our members and community partners.
CAVE is guided by a volunteer Board of Directors made up of nine passionate professionals from across Colorado’s wine and grape industry. Our board members serve three-year terms, with three positions up for election each year. Elections are held each fall, and all CAVE members are eligible to run and vote—offering a great opportunity to help shape the future of our industry.
Board members play a key role in setting the direction of our organization, advocating for our industry, and bringing together the voices of grape growers and winemakers from across the state.
CAVE thrives on member involvement. If you’re passionate about Colorado’s grape and wine industry, consider running for a board position or getting involved in one of our many committees! Elections are held each fall, and any active CAVE member can throw their hat in the ring . Together, we’re cultivating a stronger, more connected Colorado wine industry.