Inductee in the Vintner's Hall of Fame

I know that wine is, above all else, a blessing, a gift of nature, a joy as pure and elemental as the soil and vines and sunshine from which it springs.

I know of no one who has been more helpful to the industry. His teachings and consultations internationally, without doubt, improved the quality of winemaking in our country. He was a friend to everyone interested in fine wine.

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. Freedom and elasticity do.

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

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

America was built on the can-do spirit and will continue to thrive on the can-do spirit.