R.I.P.
(Mondavi shown here toasting his own death)
Robert Mondavi
1913 - 2008
"Vinter" (that's wine maker to you and me) Robert Mondavi passed away yesterday at his home in Yountville, California at the age of 94.
Perfectly aged, he was.
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I toured his winery once. Nice place.
Posted by:diesel | May 17, 2008 at 04:41 PM
I'm sure it was Diesel. Somehow I don't see old Robert as one to skimp on the niceties.
Posted by:HeyJoe | May 19, 2008 at 09:33 AM
my sister worked for him for years. its a very nice place. and the grape juice wasn't too shabby either.
rip bob.
Posted by:melanie | May 21, 2008 at 01:32 PM