As a holistic lover of wine, I have a passion for growing grapes. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done is the foundation of my faith, allowing me the stewardship of Phinessé Vineyards. After getting a doctorate and teaching university for thirty years, my classroom is now the vineyard, orchard, and my experimental playground. Thinking outside the box or norm, the vineyard and winemaking has taken on unique growth and tastes.  Many challenges exist with this climate, but being an ex college coach, I’ve cherished the challenge. From athlete to college coach and professor, and now to vigneron, I understand now the saying that “we live several different lives within this life.” 

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