It's practically impossible to feel any happier with the turnout at our Grand Opening celebration this past Saturday. Pouring our wines for a packed house was thrilling to say the least! But you guys know as well as we do that there was so much more to experience -- and that's just the way we wanted it.
For one, our winemaker Bob Green was on hand to lead tours of our winemaking facilities and to take groups out amongst the vines so visitors could get up close and personal with the grapes. Of course, the proof of his dedication and skills is, as they say, in the pudding -- it can literally be tasted in our 11-wine lineup. Bob also pitched in behind the tasting bar at one point. Yep, we were that busy!
Speaking of crowds, Sean held court for most of the day behind his potter's wheel, demonstrating to how lumps of clay become the beautiful pieces of art that adorn the tasting room. Talk about passion: after the last visitor left, Sean even gave a demonstration to tasting room staff!
Then then there's the edible art -- Argentine-style barbecue -- Chef Warren Drew served up to our visitors. Fire-roasted lamb, beef and duck were served up alongside grilled vegetable kabobs pretty much all day long, and Chef Drew did an excellent job at keeping the line moving and bellies full.
Oh, and he also carved an ice sculpture that served as the focal point of our fruit and cheese display -- amazing doesn't even begin to describe it. We were lucky to have such a beautiful day where our guests could sit outside, share a bottle of wine, and sample some gourmet bites from a chef that we will surely be cooking for us again. Cheers!
