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There's A New Face At The Temecula Valley Wine Company

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Real Estate Agent with WINEormous.com

Dan Atwood

Dan Atwood is no stranger to The Wine Company. He's been of part of it since its inception in its first location on Ynez Road. He was just much more in the background than he is now. Since the end of last year, however, Dan has stepped out of the shadows to take a much more active role. These days, more often than not, you're likely to find Dan either behind the counter and visiting guests from table to table.

Dan moved to Temecula twelve years ago. He purchased horse property on Rancho California Road that was also planted with Chardonnay grapes. Unfortunately, the vines had been attacked by the glassy-winged sharpshooter and needed to be torn out. Dan turned to a friend at Leonesse Cellars who told him he  should plant Syrah grapes in their place. With help from Leonesse, Dan has been producing a superior Syrah and is getting ready to release the 2006 vintage.

Dan hired Jim Lilly to build a wine cellar in his home and was asked if he might be interested in investing in wine store. They became partners and Jim ran the business for several years. Last year, Dan decided he wanted to try his hand at running the business, and he's implemented several changes already.

Dan's philosophy is simple. He wants The Wine Company to be a fun place to hang out... low-key and comfortable. There's a bigger emphasis on Temecula Valley wines now. Live music continues four nights a week. Future plans include adding an outdoor patio, and opening up the inside even more. If you want to try some good wine and get to meet some neat people, give The Wine Company a try.

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As an added bonus, while I was writing this post, I saw Janice Sutton on twitter. After more than a year of visiting via active rain, we decided to meet in person at The Wine Company. Active Rain and twitter - a winning combination.

Janice Sutton

Murrieta Real Estate Expert – Tom Plant, REALTOR® - Coldwell Banker Residential BrokerageActive Rain Ambassador  (951) 907-9701

It would be my honor to show you the incredible Temecula Valley, a place I’m very proud to call home.

Taken with my Blackberry - sorry it's not sharper.

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Comments (7)

Susie Blackmon
Ocala, FL
Ocala, Horses, Western Wear, Horse Farms, Marketing

I think you should change your name to Tom Vino!

 

Mar 30, 2009 11:41 AM
Bill Gassett
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Hopkinton, MA
Metrowest Massachusetts Real Estate

Hi Tom just the fact that you got to meet Janice is great. I am sure the wine made it even better:)

Mar 30, 2009 12:03 PM
Tom Plant
WINEormous.com - Murrieta, CA

Susie - Not a bad idea! I have at least one more wine blog on the way.

Bill - Meeting Janice was the high point for sure. Gotta love twitter.

Mar 30, 2009 12:21 PM
Terrie Leighton
Ferrari-Lund Real Estate - Reno, NV
Reno Real Estate Agent ~ Selling Homes in Reno

Tom - Sounds like you made a wonderful connection with Janice! The Wine Company looks like a great place to try some wonderful wines! Have fun when you go.

Mar 30, 2009 01:27 PM
Judi Morgan
RETIRED - San Antonio, TX
San Antonio, TX Real Estate

Hi Tom, The Wine Store sounds like it's a great place to taste and buy some good Temecula wines.  I'll have to remember that.  :)

Mar 30, 2009 03:15 PM
Janice Sutton
1st Stage Property Transformations - Murrieta, CA
Home Stager - Temecula Murrieta

Tom Vino -  I had such a GREAT time visiting with you and Dan at The Wine Company in Temecula. The wine was delicious, the atmosphere was way chic, and the company was the best!  Thank you for turning me on to this fab Wine store.  I can't wait to go back!!!  :)

Mar 31, 2009 07:03 AM
Tom Braatz Waukesha County Real Estate 262-377-1459
Coldwell Banker - Oconomowoc, WI
Waukesha County Realtor Real Estate agent. SOLD!

Tom

I am enjoy this place when I drive through town and visit you.

Tom

Apr 06, 2009 10:52 AM