Occupation: Winemaker Birth: June 18, 1913 Death: May 16, 2008
It is giving me a great satisfaction, because I had the notion that we could make great wines equal to the greatest wines in the world, and everybody….
This is what I think is very essential... moderation can be good for you..
Wine has been with civilized man from the beginning..
I always knew that food and wine were vital, with my mother being Italian and a good cook..
I feel blessed. So many men and women search and search but never find their passion, their calling, their sense of mission that would ignite their h….
In both life and work, stay flexible. Whether in a country, a company, or a family, the same holds true: Dictatorship and rigidity rarely work. Freed….
Wine to me is passion. It's family and friends. It's warmth of heart and generosity of spirit..
I am a great believer in research and innovation..
We definitely need to get the excitement back..
My brother and I had saved $15,000 by working many years nailing fruit crates together..
Later, at Stanford University, I thought I'd become a lawyer or businessman, but my father came to me and said he thought there was a big future in t….
Once I was able to take care of myself and my children, I then wanted to share..
I want to make wines that harmonize with food - wines that almost hug your tongue with gentleness..
The greatest leaders don't rule. They inspire.
How beautiful it is to excel, and the goodness of giving from your heart..
Ever since I was a child, I wanted to excel in everything..