Wine Circle

Wines, like people, are a reflection of their origin and evolution. The “roots” of each should be celebrated and embraced with genuine, authentic conversation. In modern society, we are pushed to efficiency, where time is more and more a luxury that people don’t have. Wine is the perfect vehicle to allow us to slow down, enjoy one's surrounding company with thoughtful discussion and embrace the time spent together with a glass of wine.

THE DEBATE began in 2010 with the intention to utilize wine as a social tool, to not only bring people together, but to take the time to learn more about each other, to explore our similarities and differences, and celebrate them.

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Belharra is the name of a legendary surf spot located on the Basque coast off Socoa, France, where storm tides hit an underwater outcropping and cause a rare wave of immense power. Such forces, after a vast journey, create a diverse natural beauty. Our philosophy mirrors the riders of these waves: patiently waiting for opportunities, understanding the contours of each current and practicing the craft with vigilance. 

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VGS’ moto is “Perfection Without Pretention.” Over the last 35 years, Chateau Potelle has built a solid reputation for its commitment to quality. VGS Chateau Potelle, is known only by those who search for wines that have dimension, subtlety and definitive character. Their assertiveness is all in the layers of nuances, not in the over-ripeness of fruit

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Nestled in the heart of Napa Valley, Sullivan Rutherford Estate boasts 26 acres of vineyards and lush grounds. Founded in 1972 by Napa Valley wine pioneer James O’Neil Sullivan, Sullivan is a boutique winery acclaimed for producing distinctive Merlot & Cabernet Sauvignon over the last 50 years.

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Dr. Thomas Fogarty began planting vineyards in the Santa Cruz Mountains in 1978. Along with founding winemaker Michael Martella, the winery was established in 1981. Today the Winery is managed by Tom Fogarty Jr. with Nathan Kandler as winegrower. Tom Fogarty Jr. was 10 years old when Chardonnay was first planted on the family's property, and he began helping to install trellis posts in Langley Hill Vineyard. After studying viticulture business in college, he dedicated himself to a decades long career in motorsports before having a family of his own and returning to the winery to run the Fogarty Family business.
Having grown up around wine growing and winemaking, Tom views the estate vineyards as an extension of his family. In his words, I have a brother who was born a little bit before the vineyards, but it basically came right along with all of my siblings. It certainly is the neediest member of the family.
 

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Frederick Boelen, owner at La Cave, Director of Business Development at Handwritten wines & Jessup Cellars

Frederick Boelen is the 7th generation wine merchant started in 1883 by George Wheeler in the UK. Growing up in the luxury hospitality industry in Honfleur, France he moved to the US in 2015 and started an extension of his French shops “La Cave” in Napa Valley. Importing and selling exclusive boutique wines direct to consumers.

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