The California winemaker who put ‘Merlot on the map’ has died
- Posted on September 8, 2026
- By San Francisco Chronicle
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The California winemaker who put ‘Merlot on the map’ has died
Tom Rinaldi, the founding winemaker for Duckhorn Vineyards, known for riding motorcycles and wearing Hawaiian shirts, was one of Napa Valley’s most respected winemakers.
