Monday, January 3, 2022
Exciting news for our family winery today, Wine Industry Network announced Ali Story as “Wine’s Most Inspiring People”. "Each year, Wine Industry Advisor chooses 10 individuals within the wine industry who showcase leadership, innovation, and inspiration. For the first time in 2021, WIA opened up the submission process to the industry at large. With over 100 nominees, the editorial team selected the top 10 individuals who they felt has truly, positively impacted the US wine culture over the past year.” Stacy Briscoe, Managing Editor of Wine Industry Network.
“My head is spinning with so many thoughts today after these last two unbelievably hard years for our new winery. The lessons along the way, the numerous others who’ve inspired me both in and out of the the wine industry. It’s my greatest hope that Smith Story Wine Cellars will continue to be a leader in offering exceptional wines that are accessible to everyone.
Social media, our email communication, our in-person hospitality all continue to allow us to tell our story with tremendous transparency and heart. I’m nearing 20+ years in this crazy business of wine and of all the wineries I’ve fallen hard for, Smith Story has grown due to the support of wine lovers who care about seeing our family winery succeed in this giant world of wine. Your loyalty is beyond mind-blowing, what an honor to have been nominated by my peers and receive this award!”, Ali.
How can you continue to be a part of Our Story? Share this news, good news is THE perfect pairing with Smith Story Wines. We look forward to hearing from you and seeing you in 2022. The next few days are filled with planning the 2022+ road ahead here in Healdsburg, meeting with our wholesale teams and hiring the right people who’ll enable us to keep spreading our wings. Tasting room reservations are now open through April and most preferred. However, shopping and just stopping in to relax is welcome too. Details on our VISIT page.
Cheers to so much peace, love and delicious wine in 2022!
Thank you,
Eric and Ali Story
PS. Big Congrats to Storyteller Cathy Huyghe—Writer, Entrepreneur, Meditator too! We are among great company.