Winemaker
Sam Bilbro
Founder, Managing Partner & Winemaker, Idlewild Wines
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Portrait of Sam Bilbro
i. Biography
Sam Bilbro is the founder and winemaker at Idlewild Wines and a managing partner at Overshine Wine Company, both located in Healdsburg. He established Idlewild Wines in 2012 and took on his role at Overshine Wine Company. His earlier career includes winemaking roles at Front Porch Farm in Healdsburg and Marietta Cellars in Geyserville.
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When did Sam Bilbro establish Idlewild Wines?
Sam Bilbro founded Idlewild Wines in Healdsburg in 2012, where he serves as winemaker.
What other wine ventures is Sam Bilbro involved with?
He is a managing partner at Overshine Wine Company in Healdsburg, a position he has held.
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