Excuses, Excuses and then Inspiration
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For weeks, I've tried to sit down and write a blog post. Really I have. But, something always gets in the way-meetings, emails, phone calls, budgets, project management, family business BS-blah, blah, and blah. Frankly, by the end of the day, I'm just too darn tired and it's the last thing I feel like doing. But, today something came across my desk that is just so darn good that I simply had to share it with you! It's one of those unexpected gems that makes me feel really good about what we are doing here at the winery. It's the culmination of a lifetime of work that spans two generations and a team of dedicated employees. And it highlights one of my all time favorite wines, Zinfandel. I hope you'll take the time to read it here: |
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http://www.vinography.com/archives/2011/11/2009_dry_creek_vineyard_herita.html |
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What's special for me is that the article and accompanying review on our 2009 Heritage Zinfandel was completely unsolicited. It appeared out of nowhere. Yet, it tells the story of our early days along with our vision for the future in a way that makes me proud. And to my way of thinking, it's a sign that we're finally turning the corner and making a name for ourselves with a completely new audience. It sure is exciting to be on the radar screen of one of the most prolific and successful wine bloggers in America, Alder Yarrow of Vinography. Thanks Alder. You just made my day and inspired me to write! |
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CHUCK JOHNSON
November 23, 2011 9:19 AM
Happy Thanksgiving Wilma! Congrads on the great review of your superb Zinfadel!