2024 LA Participants
“To me, the central coast is the best place in the US for winemaking. The climate is mostly mediterranean, which lends to growing many varietals. The warm days help the grapes ripen, and the cool nights ensure the growing season is long. It’s special because everyone there loves the region, is invested in the wine community, and is so friendly.” — Kristin Fione
“Wilson is the family name, so it was easy to settle on “Wilson Family Vineyard” and we are proud to put our name on these wines. ” — Kevin Wilson
“You work all year tending your current wines, studying them as they evolve, learning to understand them. You prepare for the next vintage by getting everything in order for the task. And then harvest comes and the effort is all there! You only get one shot per year to get it right. And when you do, if the conditions allow and your team has had their heart in it… the wines can be sublime.” — Taylor Harris
“The brand is about the gratification we receive in those moments of relaxation after a day of hard work. The slouch hat is our symbol for hard work, but also play/relaxation.” — Matt Fowler
“The culture of Paso winemaking is adventurous, experimental and, above all, incredibly collegial and supportive. Paso is also drop dead gorgeous and it is a joy to live there.” — David Carpenter
“We can choose the varietals, vineyards, winemaking techniques, packaging, etc. Creative control of the entire process makes it exciting to get up and get to work.” — Michael Farmer
“Small lot wine makers are the backbone of the industry, we innovate, we disrupt, and we make some of the best wine in the world.” — Donald Hicks
“I decided I wanted to start my own winery in order to explore Pinot noir further – see what different regions, vineyards and clones could do.” — Jennie Murphy
“Fuil means blood, but also your land, kin, temperament, passions - all the things that make a person who they are. That hit deep for me. I want Fuil to be a wine that is a centerpiece for the night, always complex, intriguing, and elegant.” — Matthew Espiro Jaeger
“Being an immigrant in the US has its challenges, but bringing international influence into California winemaking creates something special. The ultimate goal of SWC is to create wines that are in perfect balance; mouthfeel, acidity, and flavor.” — Michael Stiekema
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