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I'm the CEO of Avaline, Cameron Diaz's wine brand. I'm not afraid of missing flights, get jet lag help from ChatGPT, and end every night with Sauvignon Blanc.

Thu, 06/25/2026 - 05:05

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Jennifer Purcell.

Courtesy of Avaline

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Jennifer Purcell, the 46-year-old CEO of Avaline Wines, based in New York City. It has been edited for length and clarity.

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