Together, my wife Julie and I own AvinoDos. I grew up working the farm fields in Central Illinois that my family has tended since they first homesteaded in 1836. My agricultural roots run generations deep.

When we embarked on this dream, we understood the work would be hard, the days and nights long, and the results unpredictable. We knew that all our efforts to achieve success were one frost or wildfire away from devastation. For us, though, we knew we would find success despite these ever-present risks because we had—and have—the rock-solid support of friends and family. Every day brings new people to our doorstep; people who help shape our future—and we invite you to become part of that growing group. From day one, we have never taken for granted the essential role friends and family have played in our success. It is with that same respect that we welcome you to become part of this winery’s developing story.

Nestled among a collection of some true “rock star” vintners in a conclave of Napa’s urban wineries, AvinoDos is part of a new generation of producers bringing new passion to maintaining and growing the iconic status of premium Napa Valley wines.

Any visit to our winery holds a high likelihood of finding yourself involved in some aspect of our actual production—harvest, crush, bottling, or even a personal tasting over a barrel of our yet-to-be-released vintage with the winemaker himself: me.

I look forward to meeting you.