Purity | Intention | Inspiration
Azur’s inception in 2007 is the product of proprietor Elan Fayard’s vision and dedication to producing terroir-specific wines that express the purity and nuance of the vineyards from which the grapes are sourced. Having spent several years in Provence, Elan sought to bring the wine inspiration and influence of her time living in France to Napa.
She identified the desire for well-crafted wines that allowed for the characteristics of the land and the language of the fruit to be heard. She combined a focus on harnessing vineyard potential with the abundance of world-class fruit available in the Napa Valley and from that Azur was born!
Since the beginning, the focus of Azur has always been quality through intention. This guiding principle is what helped to produce the label’s first offering: a Provencal style rose that heralded the legitimacy of quality American rose. Elan then expanded her focus to include her lineup of character driven red wines that sing of Napa’s intensity, both of fruit and terroir. Crafted with care and a commitment to its origins, Azur is a reflection of Elan’s vision and passionate dedication. “Wines with identity”.
Elan Fayard, Proprietor
Elan has a wide-ranging international background which encompasses oenology, gastronomy, tourism and journalism. Originally from the Bay Area, Elan followed her interest in wine which led to studies in Bordeaux and Provence, France.
In addition to producing premium wines for her labels Azur and Empreinte Wines, Elan also operates her direct to consumer wine consulting business, Elan Fayard Consulting, and most recently founded Luminous Retreats, wellness retreats in Napa Valley, www.luminousretreats.com.
Elan settled in Napa Valley after stints in Willamette Valley, Oregon and France. She is the mother to three children and lives in a historic farmhouse she renovated in the Coombsville appellation. She is featured in the book Wine Country Women of Napa.
—Proprietor, Elan Fayard
Liz, Lounge Manager
With over 25 years of experience in the wine industry, Liz Wilkens brings a wealth of knowledge, hospitality expertise, and a deep passion for wine to her role as Wine Lounge Manager at Azur Wines. She oversees the daily operations of the lounge, curates and executes events, and manages the company’s social media presence — all while creating a welcoming and memorable experience for every guest.
After graduating from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in 1998, Liz began her wine career at Laetitia Vineyards, followed by key roles at Summerland Winery. Upon relocating to her husband’s hometown of Napa, she joined Keever Vineyards, where she spent many years specializing in hospitality management and wine club leadership. Her career has been defined by her dedication to guest experience, operational excellence, and building lasting relationships within the wine community.
Outside of work, Liz enjoys life in Napa with her husband Nathan, her college sweetheart, to whom she’s been married for over 20 years. They are proud parents of two daughters currently attending school in New York City and San Francisco. Now embracing their new chapter as empty nesters, Liz and Nathan share their home with two cats and their beloved dog, Millie.
Rosco, Estate Director
Ross “Rosco” Eakins is a man of many titles and passions. As the father of an 18 year old son, with whom he shares a deep love for baseball, his affection for the game can be seen from the stands as he watches his son play at the collegiate level. A family man at heart, Ross is a son, brother, uncle, godfather, and friend. He is a student of life and a former elementary school educator.
Having grown up abroad, Rosco has experienced many cultures, fueling his insatiable curiosity and love of learning. Ask him how many passports he has on your next visit!
With an extensive background in the wine business, Rosco started working at his family’s wine delivery service, Custom Wine Service in Southern California, at just 18 years old. From loading wine onto trucks to building relationships within the industry, Ross found his passion for small family-owned wineries in Napa. With tenures at Chase Cellars, Crocker & Star, and Amizetta, Rosco has spent 15 years in Napa cultivating his expertise and connections.
An easy-going and relaxed storyteller, Rosco has a gift for connecting clients and friends to the wines and people he loves. A lifelong fan of surfing, fitness, music, travel, and all things culinary and wine, Ross truly embodies the art of hospitality. He looks forward to graciously hosting you on your next visit to AZUR. Cheers to new adventures and unforgettable experiences.
Great wine starts in the vineyards. It is the very root to producing exceptional wines. We have built long standing relationships with our growers who tend to the vineyards and the land to nurture the fruit that goes into each bottle we produce. This is our unwavering commitment, to work with our partner growers in order to make every sip a true testament to quality winemaking.
The vineyards where we grow our fruit are amongst the most coveted vineyards in Napa Valley. No detail is spared in order to produce the highest quality wines. Quality wine is a reflection of the details every step of the process from soil to bottle.
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