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    Tom Rochioli

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    Portrait of Tom Rochioli

    Portrait of Tom Rochioli

    i. Biography

    The Climb

    Winemaker/Owner at Rochioli Vineyards & Winery has been Tom Rochioli’s role since 1983, with the work anchored in Healdsburg and in the Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California. The continuity matters here: the title sits with the same family name that has been tied to the area for more than 85 years.

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    The grape growing side of the operation stays aligned with family practice. Tom Rochioli states it plainly: “The grape growing philosophy remains as my father did.”

    Signature

    Tom Rochioli’s signature wines include Little Hill Chardonnay and West Block Pinot Noir, two bottlings that sit at the center of the Rochioli name.

    In Their Words “The grape growing philosophy remains as my father did.”

    Recognition

    The clearest measure of recognition here is continuity: the Rochioli name has remained associated with the area for over 85 years, and Tom Rochioli has held the winemaker/owner role since 1983.

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    FAQ

    Asked of Tom

    • What is Tom Rochioli known for?

      Tom Rochioli is known as Winemaker/Owner of Rochioli Vineyards & Winery in Healdsburg, a role tied to 1983.

    • What are Tom Rochioli's most notable roles?

      His notable roles are winemaker in 1983 and Winemaker/Owner at the Healdsburg winery.

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