Ernest Gallo
Ernest Gallo was born in Jackson, California, United States on March 18th, 1909 and is the Entrepreneur. At the age of 97, Ernest Gallo biography, profession, age, height, weight, eye color, hair color, build, measurements, education, career, dating/affair, family, news updates, and networth are available.
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Career
In 1926 at 17, Gallo worked for his father. Gallo harvested grapes and shipped them via railway to Chicago. By 18, Gallo was selling grapes in Chicago. During Gallo's travel from Chicago back to California, he met Giuseppe Franzia.
In 1933, shortly after the end of prohibition and the death of his parents, Gallo co-founded the E.&J. Gallo Winery, using $5,900 in borrowed cash from his mother-in-law. He became head of sales, marketing and distribution.
Awards
- 1989 Golden Plate Award of the American Academy of Achievement
- 2003 Lifetime Achievement Award (given by Wine Enthusiast)