Epicure
Joseph J. Wagner’s Recommendations
Recommendations for the
novice wine drinker
The Meiomi Pinot Noir is a nicely
rounded wine. For a novice wine
drinker, it is full of character and
very forward in expressing berry
tones and sweet oak notes. It’s
voluptuous up front, but the back
is not tannic and drying, so it’s a
great way to get acquainted with
high end wine styles.
Biggest challenge as a winemaker
Balancing the artisanal side with
the business side; vineyard,
Educating the consumer is one thing
and a bold initiative. For his fellow
winery owners and farmers, he says
it’s a lifestyle choice more than a
get rich quick scheme. “This business
takes patience and tying up money
for a good period of time. If you are
looking for an heirloom on which to
work with your kids or grandkids,
Barbara and Monterey, and it is a
natural fit, as they grow in those
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