THE PETALUMA GAP WINEGROWERS ALLIANCE promotes growers, vintners and
the distinctive wines crafted from grapes grown in the wind-driven AVA.
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Arturo's View of Keller Estate | |
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THIS ISSUE OF OUR NEWSLETTER IS DEDICATED TO
ARTURO KELLER
FOUNDER, KELLER ESTATE
MARCH 30, 1932 - FEBRUARY 20, 2024
| Estate Director, Ana Keller pictured alongside her father, Arturo Keller, founder of Keller Estate | |
Arturo Keller's story is one of passion and legacy. His roots reach back to the early 1900s, from Switzerland to Mexico, where his family began a tradition of innovation and hard work. These values, deeply ingrained, guided Arturo through an extraordinary life.
His adventure into winemaking began unexpectedly, as he and his wife, Deborah, discovered a breathtaking piece of land in Sonoma during a scenic drive. That moment changed their lives. In 1983 they began calling this place home, while planting their first vines and laying the foundation for the esteemed Keller Estate. It was just the start of a journey that brought the family's dream to life, blending Arturo's passion with the rich soil of Sonoma. Read more.
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April 1-30, Earth Month Tastings at McEvoy Ranch
April 3-9, Thirty-Seven Wines at Region at the Barlow
April 5, 12, 19, Friday Night Music at Brooks Note Winery
April 7, 11 AM, Spring Release Party at Montagne Russe Wines
April 10, 10 AM, New Regulations Impacting the Wine Industry, WIN Virtual Seminar
April 14, 12 PM, Does the Shape of the Glass Really Matter? Wine class with Kevin, Winemaker for Montagne Russe
April 14, 1 PM, Sip & Paint at Brooks Note Winery
April 14, 2 PM, Culinary Tour: The Mighty Tortilla, Keller Estate
May 4, 11 AM, Kentucky Derby Party at Kendall-Jackson
May 11-12, Schermeister Winery will pour their wines at the Glen Ellen Wine & Art Trail
May 13, Mothers Day Tea and Fashion Showcase, with a splash of wine, at McEvoy Ranch
May 16, Wine Sales Symposium, WIN event; use Promo code PGWA2024 for a $50 savings
June 12-19, 2025, Savor the Flavors of Burgundy Wine Cruise, with the Petaluma Gap Winegrowers
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additional events throughout the year.
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Jacqueline Yoakum
Winemaker, Keller Estate
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Jacqueline Yoakum attended college in NY. Her first winemaking role was at Macari Vineyards on the North Fork of Long Island, where she was introduced to biodynamics. She was fascinated by women working in the wine industry and after reaching out to a few, she decided to attend UC Davis and get a degree in viticulture and enology. Jacqueline has made sparkling wine at Schramsberg, Pinot Noir at Littorai, and has been making wine for Keller Estate since 2009. She is also a Holistic Health Practitioner, and resides with her husband and daughter in Napa. Here's her story. | | |
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Desire Lines 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Lichau Hill Vineyard, 93+ Pts, John Gilman, View from the Cellar
Lombardi Family Wines 2021 Gap's Crown Pinot Noir, Petauma Gap, 5 Stars, Ronn Wiegand, MS, MW, Restaurant Wine and 91 Pts, Wine Spectator
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6 Tons of Pinot Noir grapes available, Clones 115, 667, and Pommard. Cane pruned, sandy clay loam, sustainably farmed. Samples available, contact Scott at 707-799-8426 | |
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