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Tracy Dutton – Founder, President, Mother

Tracy Dutton

In the 20th century until the mid-70s or so, west Sonoma County was about as rural as a region could be. When it came to agriculture, it wasn’t far removed from the centuries prior in the farming, orchard, and grape growing regions of the old world. And like many small towns across America, it was common to marry “the boy next door.” Or girl. That’s part of the history of Dutton Ranch and Kozlowski Farms; two small family run businesses who managed to gain success through determination and ingenuity. Out of that setting Tracy and Joe Dutton eventually founded Dutton Estate Winery. Tracy joins me to share their impressive story, which still embraces their family’s essential attributes.

 

The Dutton Family

 

Tracy Dutton

The Dutton Team

Ace in the Can

The new production facility in Sonoma County will be producing as much as 5000 to 6000 cases a day!

 

Click below to hear Jeffrey’s full interview from that day.

 

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How He Built This: San Francisco Wine School

I’ve taken the trip to the San Francisco Wine School a number of times in the past to expand my wine knowledge while enjoying a selection of fine varietals. Heading into “the city” is something I enjoy.

Since I’ve been impressed with the classes and tastings I have attended at the San Francisco Wine School I thought you might find it an appealing option as well. They offer so many workshops, programs and events there’s bound to be one that appeals to you. So I sat down with co-owner, Master Sommelier and Certified Wine Educator David Glancy a couple of weeks ago for this interview, and it gave me the chance to ask…what led him to opening the school.

 

San Francisco Wine School

From the January 2022 class featuring Australian Shiraz

 

San Francisco Wine School

The different Shiraz wines we tasted. And yes, they were fantastic!

When you see this banner on Grand Ave in S. San Francisco, you’ve found the school