Ellie Anest, descendant of Greek immigrants, dreamt big from a young age, inspired by her mother’s pursuit of opportunity in America. Moving from Nebraska to San Diego, her career transitioned from finance to real estate when she invested in a Napa vineyard with co-founder Carol Vassiliadis. Guided by serendipity, their first harvest produced exceptional pinot noir, leading Anest into winemaking. The name 'Eleven Eleven' reflects her journey and belief in the magic of possibilities—a nod to her childhood scrapbook of dreams.
Anest attributes her success as a CEO to the versatility she learned from her mother who sought opportunities in North America, which inspired her to dream big.
Her connection with local winemaker Kirk Venge turned Anest’s first harvest into a remarkable pinot noir, marking her swift entry into the wine business.
The name 'Eleven Eleven' was chosen due to its serendipitous significance, reminding Anest of her childhood aspirations and the possibilities she created in her visionary scrapbook.
Anest reflects on her journey from cutting images and dreaming of a diverse world to becoming a successful CEO in the wine industry, highlighting her resilience and creativity.
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