People

A thank you page for all those that made A.P.VIN possible.

Brian Loring – For all the help, guidance, mentoring, willingness and patience in answering my 14,689 questions. I am truly lucky to have learned from one of the best in the business and I have made a new true friend. [Insert I’m not worthy emoticon here!] Visit Brian at Loring Wine Company.

Kim, Audrey and Helen Loring – without such help and support nothing would have been possible.

Adam and Dianna Lee – letting me tag along at pouring events and volunteer work at the winery. For assistance and insight from true pioneers in California Pinot.  Visit the Lee’s at Siduri/Novy Winery.

Gary and Rosella Franscioni – For taking the chance on a first-time winemaker with such precious fruit. Visit the Franscioni’s at ROAR Wines.

Sasha Verhage – For so many good pointers and leading me in the right direction every time I ask. Visit Sasha at Eno Wines.

Gary, Mark and Jeff Pisoni – Pisoni’s! How lucky can I be. Visit the family at Pisoni Vineyards and Winery.

Peter Cargasacchi – So much knowledge and humor wrapped in one individual.

Ed Kurtzman – Expertise in the field. Visit Ed at August West Wines.

John Ogden – Entrepreneur and friend. Wealth of information and talent. Visit John at Olson Ogden Wines.

Brenda Barber – Girlfriend! Hardest working individual that gives up lots of weekends to come help me in all aspects of keeping the business afloat. Great listener, advice giver and keeps the books clean and clear. Kudos!

Michael Browne – Guidance and experience. Visit Michael at Kosta Browne Wines.

Casey Dillon - Killer graphic designer. So dedicated, he rolled up his sleeves to help crush the 06 pinots! Visit Casey at BRONZE.

Phil Bond – Giving me the kick-start to a visual approach.

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