Ep 35: It Starts in the Vineyard with Chris Morisoli of Morisoli Vineyard

Welcome back to another episode of The Everyday Wine Aficionado Podcast, today let me introduce you to Chris Morisoli of Morisoli Vineyard

Chris Morisoli is the Vineyard Manager at Morisoli Vineyard. Chris also serves in the California National Guard and is a member of the Rutherford Dusk Society. 

Chris is also becoming a first-time vintner this year with Morisoli Vineyard's first release of the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon which will be coming out soon.

Let’s dive into his wine story!

[00:01 - 09:17] Opening Segment 

• I introduce our guest for this episode
• Chris takes us on a trip to memory lane on how his family got into the wine business
• Chris’ journey and transition to wine

[09:18 - 15:02] It Starts in the Vineyard

• Wine relationships that keep the business going
• How relationships and vineyards create great wines
• Know the place to find any wine you want

[15:03 - 28:35] Another Perspective on Wine

• Chris talks about an underappreciated blend that’s on another level
• Wine latitude and longitude
• Creating a more classic Napa Cabernet
• The future of vineyards and wineries in 2022 is history
• Continuing to celebrate wine creation

[28:36 - 38:07] Closing Segment 

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• Chris plays the Tasting Round

Connect with Chris through [email protected] and Instagram.  You can also visit their website https://morisolivineyard.com/. 

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Tweetable Quotes:

“Drinking is history for me.  These are old vines and something you can be a part of.  Wine is so experiential, just being here and being able to taste it and walk through the vineyard is so cool.”  - Chris Morisoli