Napa Ridge winemaker finds second calling in opera
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Ron Schrieve, a daytime employee of California wine maker Beringer, also works as an opera singer at night. Schrieve's schedule is hectic but the professional vocalist who performed in a production of 'Aida' and a college production of 'Pirates of Penzance' plans to continue with his two careers.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 1997
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A life in wine: the career of Napa Valley vintner Agustin Huneeus spans four decades and two hemispheres
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Franciscan Estates CEO Huneeus runs an international operation that produces 400,000 cases of wine per year. The Chilean native has a business education and a passion for wine. His background as a vintner and his career in the wine industry are profiled.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 1996
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Gil Nickel proves he's driven to succeed
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Gil Nickel owns Napa Valley's Far Niente Winery, which produces excellent Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and the dessert wine Dolce. Nickel's interests in wine, yachts and collecting vintage cars are among topics discussed.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 1998
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