Anderson Valley: A Coastal Love Affair With Wine

The film is a tribute to the passion, innovation, and resilience that continue to inspire wine enthusiasts and winemakers worldwide.

Released: 2024
Running Time: 25 mins

The documentary captures the pioneering spirit of winemaking legends like Donald Edmeades and Tony Husch in the 1960s, followed by the trailblazing efforts of Brad Wiley, Allan Green, Ted Bennett, and Deborah Cahn in the 1970s. Discover how their dedication and love for this cool coastal region transformed Anderson Valley into a celebrated area for exceptional wines.

Experience the legacy of these wine trailblazers, their challenges, triumphs, and the enduring impact they’ve had on modern winemaking.

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Directed & Produced by Barbara Barrielle, Palate Press.
Filmmaker Kellen Lim, Twin Giants Media.
The Executive Producer is Courtney DeGraff, AVWA.

Cast:
Norman and Theresia Kobler
Ted Bennett & Deborah Cahn
Zac Robinson
Allan Green
Lula Handley
Dan Berger, wine journalist and wine critic