36: Gary Pisoni: A Custodian of The Best Pinot Noir Grapes

May 28, 2015

In this episode, Gary Pisoni, discusses his life long love of pinot noir grapes, the importance of family, making wine, growing vegetables and astrology. “God makes the wine. We're just the custodians.”– Gary Pisoni....

In this episode, Gary Pisoni, discusses his life long love of pinot noir grapes, the importance of family, making wine, growing vegetables and astrology.
“God makes the wine. We’re just the custodians.”– Gary Pisoni
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About Gary Pisoni

Gary Pisoni exudes passion—for adventure, for family, for grape growing, for wine. He has managed to combine all of these by pouring his enthusiasm and energy into Pisoni Vineyards & Winery.
Described as “the new face of American Pinot Noir” and “Burgundian-crazy about his vines,” Gary grows grapes in the Santa Lucia Highlands using meticulous viticultural practices. Over the last 30 years, he has transformed the mountainous property where his parents once grazed a couple of horses and few head of cattle into one of California’s most renowned vineyards.
The Pisoni family has one goal: grow exceptional grapes to make exceptional wine. Wines made by the Pisoni family are bottled under the Pisoni Estate and Lucia labels. Gary and his two sons, Mark and Jeff, farm and produce Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah from their three vineyards in the Santa Lucia Highlands: Pisoni, Garys’ and Soberanes Vineyards. These vineyards and wines represent an extreme commitment to farming and classical winemaking.
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Gary Pisoni’s Life Purpose

Growing Pinot Noir grapes, making wine and enjoying his family.

Life Purpose Ah-Ha Moments

In 1971, Gary traveled to Puerto Rico as part of his family’s onion farming business. During dinner, Gary sighted a wine sommelier who swirled wine, smelled it, and slurped it up. Gary decided right then, “I’m going back to California and learn everything I can about this.” I learned quite a bit and fell in love with it.

Major Life Events that Hinted at Your Life Purpose

He made wine with his grandfather and learned much from him.
Gary has visited every major pinot noir grape growing region in the world. Says he’s “Pinot Noir Crazy.”
Gary began studying Astrology around 2005 via conferences, reading books and meeting astrological leaders. This heightened his self awareness, helped him choose business partners and make good decisions.

Gary Pisoni’s Wisdom on Igniting Life Purpose and Personal Growth

“Don’t be afraid to go after your dreams. They’ll work out if you try hard enough. Study and know what you’re doing. It might not work out the first time but just keep trying. They’ll work out. And if not, come see me and I’ll coach you a little bit 😉 “

Interview Links and Special Offers from this Episode

Gary Pisoni’s Websites:

Upcoming Events

Wine Spectator’s New York Wine Experience (Gary Pisoni is a featured presenter in Oct, 2015)

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