I am a winemaker because it is a wonderful opportunity to work with something dynamic and alive during every incarnation of its existence – from grapes to glass. Wine is always changing – including in the bottle and even after being poured into a glass; and every year is different.
My job is creative, artistic, scientific, environmental and social and I am especially lucky to have my own label, which I started in 2006. I graduated from UC Davis in 2003 with a MS in Viticulture and Enology and launched into the wine world as a consultant, working with Greg LaFollette. I began working with Greg in graduate school and we continued to work together after graduation – in fact it was Greg who really helped me connect theory to practice. Starting my own label was a huge step – I am my own boss, owner, and head winemaker – and thus am responsible for ALL the decisions that go into every bottle of wine. I have tried to create wines that reflect the vineyards they are grown in – wines that are balanced and elegant. I hope you find my wines enjoyable to drink and compatible with many types of foods – and that a glass of Blagden encourages thoughtful, collaborative, and kind communication with others.
A toast to your health and long life.
