Wine Enthusiast Magazine

ALL IN THE FAMILY MEAL

Everyone in the wine world knows that what happens in the vineyard is just as important as what happens in the winery, maybe more so, depending on who you ask. As consumers and collectors, we learn about soil types, elevations and pruning methods just as dutifully as we study barrel regimens and aging preferences.

It stands to reason, then, that the people who work in the vineyards, cellars, bottling lines and tasting rooms should have at least a passing familiarity with each other and the work their cohorts do. That’s where the family meal comes in.

Many producers put out a big spread weekly, monthly or to celebrate events like the beginning and end of harvest. The intention is not just to provide a nice perk—these meals give people a chance to meet those who work in other

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