Wine to me is all about sharing.

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

I am a great believer in research and innovation.

The greatest leaders don't rule. They inspire

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

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.