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At Pacific Rim, we are passionate about Riesling (in fact, nearly 90% of Pacific Rim's production is comprised of Riesling wines); we are passionate about crafting world-class Riesling; and we are passionate about extolling the wondrous virtues of Riesling. Explore our website and — if you haven't already had the pleasure — try our wines. If you're not presently a Riesling zealot, we're certain that you, too, will soon discover the marvels of our favorite variety...Riesling.
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Winemaker Nicolas Quill
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I was born in Lyon, France, from a family in the wine business for three generations. I studied Winemaking in Dijon, Burgundy and Reims, Champagne. I have worked in the cellar in France for Martin Prieur and Antonin Rodet in Burgundy and Domaine De La Courtade in Provence. I came to the United States in 1997 and worked for J. Lohr and The Hogue Cellars as winemaker (I also used my time in the Northwest to earn an MBA from the University of Washington).More recently I have worked for Bonny Doon Vineyard as General Manager under the protective wings of Randall Grahm. I had the opportunity through my career to touch many wine grapes, from Pinot Noir in Burgundy to Cabernet Sauvignon in California and of course Riesling in Washington. Riesling has captured my attention more than any other varietal for its honesty and its sobriety. I am very proud to be able to contribute to the growing Riesling revolution. I am married to Elizabeth and we cook and enjoy life happily with our son, Etienne, in Portland, Oregon.
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