For years, our lives revolved around uncorking bottles, curating selections, focusing on advanced wine certifications and sharing the stories behind every label at our two wine bars/shops. We were the quintessential owner-operators, deeply immersed in the world of wine, but always from the perspective of the finished product. We know how to taste, provide recommendations, pair foods with wine, and tell the stories. What we wanted was to learn…by doing. Understanding the science, the sheer grit and hard work that goes into making the magic happen for every bottle we open. 

We’re Doug & Lacie, a husband and wife duo passionate about winemaking, education and experiences approachable and enjoyable for everyone. This spring, we finalized the sale of our second wine shop and are now pursuing some new goals; we’re currently working at a winery in the Carneros region of Napa, learning each step of the harvest from July through November. We'll be sharing our experiences along the way.