Five Winemaking Families

A winery is a labour of love.

It’s also a commitment.

The average lifespan of a grapevine is 25 years, but some vines can produce for 100 years or more. A newly planted vineyard won’t produce for a few years. And, most likely, the fruit will improve with time.

The founders’ hard work will benefit future generations, regardless of whether wine runs in the family, like the Mondavis of California, or an eager outsider steps up to the plate, as in the case of Chile’s Errazuriz.

Wine Access interviewed five pairs of wine professionals from well-known producers around the world. One is the experienced veteran, the other, the talented, interested protégé. They shared their passions, opinions and cellar inventories with us. Now, we're passing them on to you. (Claire Biddiscombe)

Treasury Wine Estates: Peter Gago, from Penfold's, and Oliver Crawford, from Devil's Lair

Continuum Estate: Tim Mondavi and Dante Mondavi

Errazuriz: Francisco Baettig and Rodrigo Zamorano

Château des Charmes: Paul Bosc and Paul-André Bosc

Trefethen Family Vineyards: Janet Trefethen and Hailey Trefethen