Tierra Roja Vineyard. Every so often on our journeys through Napa Valley we discover a gem; Tierra Roja is one of those gems both for the exceptional vineyard site, the quality of wines and the warmth, hospitality and generosity of owner and founder, Linda Neal. Linda discovered her interest in agriculture early in life; while growing up in Southern … [Read more...]
Shelter Wine Company
Shelter Wine Company was the label of David Stevens and a New York City wine broker. David also owns 750 Wines with his wife Monica (specializing in high end, limited production boutique wineries) located in St. Helena. David was born in North Dakota and became tired of the long dark cold winters in this state and ended up in sunny St. Helena working at one … [Read more...]
Rudius Wines
Rudius Wines There are the types of vintners you can't help but admire who have come to the wine industry solely on their own accord. They do not come from wine making families where you have the support structure should you want to get into the wine industry. In this case it is Jeff Ames, the founder of Rudius. Jeff is originally from Alabama and was on … [Read more...]
Hoopes Vineyard
Hoopes Vineyard was founded by Spencer Hoopes (who we originally met with), with the roots of the winery a 10-acre vineyard that Spencer purchased in the Oakville appellation in 1981. This gorgeous piece of property is located off of Yount Mill Road just north of Yountville - right on the dividing line between the Oakville and Yountville sub … [Read more...]
Justicia Wines
Justicia Wines was founded and is owned by proprietor and winemaker Rafael Rios. The name of this brand certainly makes sense when you realize that Rafael is a partner in Napa Valley's oldest law firm and one of his specialties is vineyard and winery related law. He initially created the Rios Wines brand (founded in 2009) which eventually transitioned into … [Read more...]
Napa Style
Napa Style, was owned by well-known culinary chef, Michael Chiarello, maintains their flagship store in the charming historical Vintage 1870 shopping center in the heart of Yountville. This building was originally a winery called Groezingers (the faded name is found on the brick archway located above the main entrance to the store), and in a way, Napa Style … [Read more...]
Chiarello Family Vineyards
Chiarello Family Vineyards is owned by Michael Chiarello, a culinary celebrity who lives in Napa Valley. He is the Emmy Award-winning host of the Food Network's Easy Entertaining with Michael Chiarello and the author of a number of cookbooks. Chiarello Family Vineyards annual total production is about 2,000 cases of small lot hand-crafted wines. All the … [Read more...]
Burly Wine
Burly Wine, founded with their first vintage in 2004 by Hank McCrorie and his Sonoma County born and raised wife Bernice. Hank had a long career at Pzifer - starting relatively low in the company and retiring as the Executive Vice President of sales after some 40 years. Hank who along with his wife have long enjoyed California Cabernet Sauvignon and northern … [Read more...]
Monticelli Brothers Winery
Monticelli Brothers Winery is owned and operated by two brothers, Massimo and Mario - both 4th generation winemakers. Their other brother Marcus is not involved; instead, he is a chemical engineer. In Italy, towns have a "local winemaker" which was a role their grandfather filled in Pistoia, a now sizable town in Tuscany, about 30 minutes north of Florence. … [Read more...]
W.S. Keyes Winery
W.S. Keyes Winery has a rich history that started in the 1880's on Howell Mountain. It was founded by Winfield Keyes, a renowned geologist whose background helped him choose the best terroir he could find for his vineyards. Winemaking was a part of the family; Winfield's Civil War general father was the first Commander of the Presidio in San Francisco as … [Read more...]
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