Once I was able to take care of myself and my children, I then wanted to share.

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.

Wine has been with us since the beginning of civilization. It is the temperate, civilized, sacred, romantic mealtime beverage recommended in the Bible. Wine has been praised for centuries by statesmen, philosophers, poets, and scholars. Wine in moderation is an integral part of our culture, heritage and gracious way of life.

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

Wine to me is all about sharing.

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.

Wine has been with civilized man from the beginning.