The second oldest family winery in Sonoma County, after Foppiano, has sold to a conglomerate. Seghesio Family Vineyards got through Prohibition but didn't want to chance the current economy and I guess the money just looked too good. The new owners are Crimson Wine Group that's part of a larger NY-based holding company which invests in everything from mining to real estate.
What does this mean for the Seghesio wine fan? Nothing right now, but five years from now who knows.
In May Buena Vista, Gary Farrell, and Fetzer changed hands, but these were no longer family run wineries.
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It's always sad to hear this. Even if the wine stays the same, the experience changes. I love the idea of family made wines, and Seghesio was old school. Thanks for posting.
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