Inductee in the Vintner’s Hall of Fame.

There are a lot of people with a lot of money, and I’m amazed they don’t understand what a great pleasure it can be to give.

I want to make wines that harmonize with food – wines that almost hug your tongue with gentleness.

I’ve always wanted to improve on the idea of living well, In moderation, wine is good for you – mentally, physically, and spiritually.

If you go back to the Greeks and Romans, they talk about all three – wine, food, and art – as a way of enhancing life.

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 the fine-wine business.

Even more importantly, it’s wine, food and the arts. Incorporating those three enhances the quality of life.

The greatest leaders don’t rule. They inspire.

Wine to me is passion. It’s family and friends. It’s warmth of heart and generosity of spirit.

Wine to me is passion. It's family and friends. It's warmth of heart and generosity of spirit.