Recently I came to the realization that I needed to spend a little more time in the tasting room. This decision was made for a few reasons but primarily because I missed spending time with our visitors and discussing wine on a one to one basis. The opportunity to step away from my administrative responsibilities for a short time each week has been like a vacation and it reminds me how lucky I am to spend my days doing what I love. Years ago, I spent many hours behind the tasting bar and I have great memories of visiting with friends of Wooden Valley hearing about their lives and families. I’m looking forward to making those same connections again.

After talking my idea over with our tasting room manager, Kerri, we both agreed that Friday afternoons would be my scheduled tasting room time. I’ve been working my Friday shifts since June 1st and I’m really enjoying it!! When Friday morning rolls around I find myself thinking TGIF, not because the week is ending, but because I get to spend my afternoon having fun.  I’m enjoying my hours in the tasting room so much I thought it would nice to do something a little extra while I’m there. For the month of August, every Friday between 1pm and 5pm, we’re going to incorporate barrel tasting, food and wine pairing or whatever else I come up with. Every week will be something different so if you have some spare time stop in and spend your afternoon at Wooden Valley with me. I’ll do my best to entertain you, answer any wine related questions or update you on what’s happening in Suisun Valley.
Salute!