American Wines Factory at Arvinis 2017 Montreux

Come to visit.... From this Friday 28th April until Monday 1st May I will present the American Wines Factory with wonderful wines made by women winemakers at Arvinis the biggest wine salon in Switzerland.

Julianne Laks - Winery Cakebread Cellars

Julianne looks for balance in wines . . . and in life. At home, she enjoys gardening and entertaining. Over the years she has taken inspiration from Cakebread’s culinary tradition. In 1977 Julianne graduated and was one of only two women to earn a degree in fermentation science that year.

Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

Eileen Crane - Domaine Carneros

The heart of Domaine Carneros has always been sparkling wines, with distinctive styles ranging from the classic vintage-dated Brut cuvée to our luxury Le Rêve Blanc de Blancs. In 1992 we added rich, complex Pinot Noir to our portfolio and our passion for sparkling and still wines continues to grow. Learn about sparkling winemaking and Eileen Crane, at Arvinis 2017.

Sparkling Rose  non vintage

Molly Hill - Sequoia Grove Winery

Winemaker Molly Hill oversees all winemaking and production operations of the winery as well as helping with grower relations and recommendations in the vineyards. Top-quality winemaking and grape growing, with passion, is her goal every step of the way. For Hill, balance is of utmost importance in making a great wine. “Balance to me means nothing stands out—not alcohol, not tannin, not acid, nor fruit nor barrel.”

Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Sherrie Holzer - CASTORO Cellars

Her interest in wine prompted a trip to wine country in Washington State. Having a love for the outdoors, Sherrie can be found running through the vineyards training for her next marathon, playing volleyball, relaxing at the beach, or chasing her son Alexander. 

Syrah Whale Rock 2013

Michelle Lafond - Santa Barbara Winery

Michelle is a native of Santa Barbara. From an early age she worked in the family business. She began working in our Montecito Market, - traveled extensively to New York and Los Angeles. Her range of experience include Food, Fashion and Wine. She will now focus on  the Santa Barbara Winery and Lafond Winery. Michelle has two children Madeleine and Ben.

Sauvignon Blanc 2014

Source: wines websites and www,americanwines,ch