Founded in 1990 by Rick and Jeanne Mariani, Wolf Coffee brought artisan-roasted coffee to Sonoma County, challenging the era of stale, mass-market brews. Teaming up with Sal Bonavita of Peet’s Coffee, they created a specialty roastery rooted in family values and a love for good coffee. By the early 2000s, Wolf Coffee had nine shops across Sonoma County and a loyal community.
When the 2008 recession hit and big chains moved in, Wolf Coffee closed its shops but refocused on its roasting facility, continuing to serve quality coffee to Sonoma County businesses and homes nationwide.
In 2018, the Mariani family sought to pass their beloved business to another local family dedicated to preserving its legacy. Nick, with a passion for coffee and a vision for the future, stepped away from his corporate career to take the helm. After reinvigorating the roasting facility and process, Nick worked hard to rebuild this cherished local brand. At Wolf Coffee, the experience is about more than just passionate people roasting top-quality beans in small batches. It’s about trusting Wolf to take care of the details so you can relax.
Nick grew up in New York, cooking and eating good food with his Italian family, which sparked a passion for extraordinary food and drink. Therefore, when the opportunity came, he packed his suits away to bring gourmet coffee to people who enjoy a good cup. He’s a details guy, so whether he’s perfecting a roast, maintaining equipment, adopting sustainable business practices, or interacting with customers, Nick’s on it.
