“As a small winemaker, I’m not tied to producing the same varietals year after year. Sapien was designed to sell out every vintage, allowing me the freedom to explore different grapes, blends, and styles annually—something that adds variety in a crowded market.” — Trevor Bethke
Read More“The absolute best thing about being my own small winery is that all the decisions are my own. I can take my nearly 20 years of honing a craft and execute it my way – with careful attention to detail, traditional winemaking techniques, and a more hands-off approach that lets the grapes and the vineyards do the talking.” — Kira Malone
Read More“There are a thousand things I wish I'd been told before getting started in the wine industry, but I think part of the beauty of this industry is the process of learning and growing.” — Alexandra Henkleman
Read More“Our name is a tribute to my job which funds our passion for wine making. We are crafting our story in each barrel of Sequence to become part of your stories with each bottle.” — Jasen Frisby
Read More“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
Read More“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
Read More“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
Read More“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
Read More“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
Read More“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
Read More“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
Read More“We strive for a subtle sophisticated Pinot in the style of a French Burgundy. I work closely with my winemakers on the final blends to produce a wine that is unique and complex and truly reflects my vineyard.” — Suzanne Farver
Read More“What makes working with Pinot Noir so special is how it can truly show a sense of place, seeing the difference from neighboring vineyards or even sites miles away is always a revelation.” — Sam Buckingham
Read More“Being small allows us to give personal attention to every detail in order to handcraft each wine vintage and make it special.” — Mark Strombotne
Read More“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
Read More“You make wine for the lifestyle, not the money.” — Cody Mathieu
Read More“I’d tell my younger self to not be afraid to explore who you are, stretch boundaries, and be relentless and true to that.” — Cary Quintana
Read More“Pinot Noir, Tempranillo and Syrah are my favorites because of the complexity they offer on the palate and the challenges they offer me as a wine maker to create something special.” — Boyd Shermis
Read More“You must be extremely patient. As fast as things are moving, in the big picture of things, winemaking is a very slow process.” — Manoli Boutzoukas
Read More“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
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