About the Proprietors
The proprietors of Ledbetter Wines, Chris Pierce and Geoff Whitman have built a great friendship over the past 15 years, fueled by the appreciation of music and wine in the art of living. With the help of their amazing wives, Tara and Jemina, the two families have released their most anticipated vintage to date in 2015.
Chris Pierce (aka/Reverend Tall Tree), is a critically acclaimed independent musician. He has released seven albums and toured worldwide with such diverse acts as B.B, King, Seal, Aaron Neville, Toots and the Maytals, Colbie Caillat, Jamie Cullum, Cold War Kids and Al Green, to name a few. Pierce has shared his musical insight with Whitman over the years, which has resulted in the two frequently jamming together, swapping instruments and favorite vinyl albums.
Geoff Whitman's stellar wine career has included working both in production and sales for several wineries including Au Bon Climat, Robert Mondavi, Spaceman Wines, Medusa and Spellbound Wines as an owner, as well as being the Vice President of sales at John Anthony Vineyards. He was also the General Manager for M by Michael Mondavi and Isabel Mondavi Wines. Geoff has shared his love and knowledge of wine and winemaking with Pierce over the years, which naturally sparked the initial interest in their first joint effort.
The result is Ledbetter Syrah paying homage to friendship, wine, music and it’s makers.
Chris Pierce says, “We are extremely proud to present our wine. It represents the versatility and boldness that we both appreciate in music. I always strive to represent these same qualities in my own musical efforts. Ledbetter Syrah, like a good song leaves room for interpretation and discovery. Music has a way of helping the listener enjoy the moment and creates memories of a place, time or feeling. We hope that our wine can be a part of the same kind of special moments and memories."
Geoff Whitman says, “Only a couple times that I can remember does the fruit off the vine at harvest taste so similar to the wine it ultimately makes. This is the truest meaning of the word terroir. We choose our Syrah from a select family owned and farmed vineyard for its soft, supple tones and delicious fruit and violet characteristics which make each vintage a truly remarkable wine.”
It’s a visionary musician, an awe-inspiring vista, a favorite song and an artistic expression of wine and music interchanged. It’s Ledbetter Syrah from us to you!
Chris Pierce (aka/Reverend Tall Tree), is a critically acclaimed independent musician. He has released seven albums and toured worldwide with such diverse acts as B.B, King, Seal, Aaron Neville, Toots and the Maytals, Colbie Caillat, Jamie Cullum, Cold War Kids and Al Green, to name a few. Pierce has shared his musical insight with Whitman over the years, which has resulted in the two frequently jamming together, swapping instruments and favorite vinyl albums.
Geoff Whitman's stellar wine career has included working both in production and sales for several wineries including Au Bon Climat, Robert Mondavi, Spaceman Wines, Medusa and Spellbound Wines as an owner, as well as being the Vice President of sales at John Anthony Vineyards. He was also the General Manager for M by Michael Mondavi and Isabel Mondavi Wines. Geoff has shared his love and knowledge of wine and winemaking with Pierce over the years, which naturally sparked the initial interest in their first joint effort.
The result is Ledbetter Syrah paying homage to friendship, wine, music and it’s makers.
Chris Pierce says, “We are extremely proud to present our wine. It represents the versatility and boldness that we both appreciate in music. I always strive to represent these same qualities in my own musical efforts. Ledbetter Syrah, like a good song leaves room for interpretation and discovery. Music has a way of helping the listener enjoy the moment and creates memories of a place, time or feeling. We hope that our wine can be a part of the same kind of special moments and memories."
Geoff Whitman says, “Only a couple times that I can remember does the fruit off the vine at harvest taste so similar to the wine it ultimately makes. This is the truest meaning of the word terroir. We choose our Syrah from a select family owned and farmed vineyard for its soft, supple tones and delicious fruit and violet characteristics which make each vintage a truly remarkable wine.”
It’s a visionary musician, an awe-inspiring vista, a favorite song and an artistic expression of wine and music interchanged. It’s Ledbetter Syrah from us to you!