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Raising a Glass to Women in Wine

As of 2025, according to winefolly.com, the United States has over 11,000 wineries with California holding the number one state spot with more than 4,700.  Paso Robles accounts for about 300 of those and downtown has twenty nine within a four block radius.  Paving the Way  Hannah Weinberger is the first recognized woman winemaker in…

Vintner Project Article: Q & A with Alma Rosa Winemaker Samra Morris

Vintner Project Article: Q & A with Alma Rosa Winemaker Samra Morris

I had the honor of interviewing Samra Morris, winemaker for Alma Rosa Winery in Sta. Rita Hills AVA. Many people say they have had a difficult childhood, but I don’t many have had to dodge bullets while growing up. I have met many winemakers, but Samra stands out in more than one way. She lived…

Discussing Women’s History Month on Your Central Valley

Discussing Women’s History Month on Your Central Valley

I am so honored to share my latest television segment with you.  March is Women in History Month. The celebration began in 1981 when Congress passed Pub. L 97-28. This resolution requested that President Reagan recognize the week beginning March 7th as Women’s History Week. In 1987, the National Women’s History Project, petitioned Congress to…