From Engineering Breakthroughs to Redefining Luxury—A Legacy of Excellence Across Every Industry
Los Angeles, CA, Mar 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For over four decades, Zaya Younan has been a driving force of transformation across industries, shaping the worlds of automotive industry, semiconductors, software, oil & gas, aerospace, consumer electronics, tobacco, commercial real estate, hospitality, leisure, and golf course management. With a visionary mind and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence, he has created the first and only luxury house in history that produces world-class wines, cognac, and vodka—all under one brand.
In just two years, Younan Wine Estates has established itself among the world’s elite winemakers. The finest critics in the industry have confirmed what connoisseurs have long recognized—Younan’s wines are among the best in the world. Antonio Galloni of Vinous awarded Château La Croix Younan 93 points, Excellence 94 points, and Château Zaya 92 points. James Suckling followed with Château Zaya at 93 points and Château La Croix Younan at 92 points. Tom Mullen of Forbes, one of the most respected voices in wine, gave Château Zaya an extraordinary 97 points and Château La Croix Younan 96 points. These ratings prove that Younan Wine Estates has ascended to the highest echelon of fine winemaking, producing Grand Cru wines that rival—and in many cases surpass—some of the most legendary vintages in the world.
But Zaya Younan’s vision extends beyond wine. Recognizing Cognac, France, as the birthplace of the world’s most sophisticated spirits, he built a state-of-the-art distillery, where he now produces ultra-premium cognac and vodka that reflect the same relentless dedication to craftsmanship and quality. Today, Younan Wine Estates stands as the only company in history to seamlessly integrate Grand Cru winemaking, premium cognac, and vodka under one luxury brand. These products are now served in Michelin-starred restaurants, five-star hotels, and elite venues across the U.S. and Europe, redefining luxury drinking culture on a global scale.
The next step in Younan’s ever-expanding vision is to extend this unparalleled luxury experience to whiskey and gin, both to be produced in France using the same mastery of French craftsmanship. This is just the beginning of what Zaya Younan envisions as the world’s next great luxury empire.
“We have made significant progress in focusing our attention and resources to create the finest wines, cognac, and vodka in the world. Our next offering will be whiskey and gin, all crafted in France with the highest-quality ingredients and the artistry of French craftsmanship. But this is only the beginning. Our plan is to build a luxury group that not only produces the finest luxury products but also redefines luxury living itself. Most well-known luxury brands focus solely on their products. We are going beyond that. We are creating a world where our customers can experience, feel, and live luxury—not just in moments, but at all times. Luxury is not a possession; it is a way of life.” — Zaya Younan
From $5.8 billion in commercial real estate assets to the world’s finest cigars with El Septimo, and now, to crafting the best wines and spirits in France, Zaya Younan has proven that he is not just a creator of luxury products—he is a creator of luxury experiences. His next mission is clear: to build a global luxury empire that rivals Louis Vuitton, Dior, and Gucci. Within the next two to three years, Younan Wine Estates will expand beyond fine wines and spirits, creating an entire luxury lifestyle ecosystem that embodies sophistication, exclusivity, and elegance at the highest level.
Luxury is no longer just about what you wear—it is about what you drink, what you experience, and how you live. Zaya Younan has rewritten the rules once again, proving that vision, dedication, and relentless innovation can create a legacy that will endure for generations.
The finest buildings, the finest hotels, the finest cigars, and now—
The finest wine, vodka, and cognac in the world.