Peter Merriam and his wife, Diana, purchased their Sonoma County vineyard estate in 2000, as a next chapter for his 20-year retail wine career.
Today, they run the label with their son, Evan, and family continues to be a core tenant to their business. This is especially true during the holidays, when their Greek heritage shines through even more. Wine and food are central to the Merriams, highlighted at Christmas time with dishes like fasolakia (green beans in tomato sauce), grilled lamb and koulourakia cookies, which are actually traditional for Easter. But the crunchy, buttery texture and bright citrus flavors make them suitable for a special Christmas sweet bite as well.
As an oenophile and French wine lover from his days in retail, Merriam likes to choose a special bottle to open from his French wine collection, a nod to the wines that first inspired his journey as a vintner. They also pair their holiday meal with cherished selections from Merriam’s own cellar, like the Rockpile Cabernet Sauvignon, perfect with hearty winter meals and festive celebrations…