We are so happy to have Scott as part of the Dancing Crow family as our Winemaker. He fits perfectly, as we all feel the same passion for wine and excitement in showcasing the uniqueness of Lake County and surrounding areas, with their potential for new and compelling styles of bright, refreshing wines that really speak to a spirit of place.
He read every book he could find and bought every bottle he could afford (and a lot that he couldn’t) and built up enough knowledge to pass his Certified Sommelier (Level 2) Exam. This accomplishment was the culmination of his newfound realization that his passion was shifting from restaurants to wine.
So, he packed up his belongings, sold his car and moved to the Napa Valley in August of 2013 with his bike, a backpack full of clothes, and $30 in his bank account. After his first Harvest, Scott started working at a brand-new property in Napa called Eleven Eleven. He started out as their first employee, and eventually worked his way up to being the Cellar Master.
