AJ Fairbanks is the Estate Director of Crown Point Vineyards in Santa Barbara County, where he oversees the winery’s business operations, including sales, marketing, hospitality, finance, and distribution.

Raised in a family with deep roots in the wine industry, AJ is the nephew of Aubert and Pamela de Villaine of Burgundy and a cousin of the Hyde family of Napa Valley’s Hyde Vineyard. He began his career managing Hyde de Villaine in Napa Valley before returning to his hometown of Santa Barbara Wine Country in 2014.

In addition to his role at Crown Point, AJ serves as President of the Santa Barbara Vintners Association, where he works with fellow industry leaders on initiatives supporting the long-term success of the region’s wine industry.

AJ is committed to building enduring wine brands, advancing thoughtful business strategy, and promoting Santa Barbara Wine Country as one of the world’s premier wine-growing regions.