Our Team

A native of Napa Valley, Brandon joined the wine industry after extensive travels in Europe and Australia. His professionalism, experience, and keen attention to detail brought him swiftly to the highest levels of wine country hospitality and sales.

Brandon began his career in the United States Marine Corps as an Intelligence Analyst, and following his return home, he joined Kuleto Estate as a tour and tasting host. After a year at Kuleto Estate, Brandon moved on to work for Anderson’s Conn Valley Vineyards and Ghost Horse as a sales associate, further enhancing his knowledge and abilities within the wine industry.

In 2017, Brandon joined Repris Wines in the Moon Mountain District of Sonoma. He led day-to-day winery operations for four years, before shifting focus to developing and conducting the on-the-road sales program for three distinct brands. Following his promotion to Director of Private Client Sales and Events at Repris, Brandon also coordinated private events for clients and corporate/business groups, nurturing relationships and facilitating mutually rewarding engagement around the country. 

In the summer of 2024, Brandon came home to Napa Valley as Somnium’s Sales & Hospitality Manager, eager to elevate the guest experience in Calistoga and across the US. An avid traveler who has visited more than 40 countries, Brandon also enjoys the pleasures of home: cooking for friends and family, reading, bourbon, and watching 49ers and Georgia Bulldogs football. 

Brandon Banks,
Sales and Hospitality Manager
brandon@somniumwine.com