George and Anne were both born in New Jersey. George graduated from the University of Scranton (PA), earning a B.S. Degree in Business Administration and Communications. Anne attended Bloomsberg State College (PA) where she majored in Spanish Literature.
Anne and George spent their honeymoon moving from NJ to So. California where George earned his law degree from Western State University School of Law in 1981. During this time, Anne transferred to Cal Poly, Pomona, where she ultimately earned a B.S. Degree in Production and Operations Management.
Longing for a less congested and more relaxed lifestyle, George and Anne relocated to Plymouth, California in 1986 where they built the home in which they currently reside. Over the years, they adopted many beloved cats, all of whom have been treated as family members. They are currently ruled by two special needs cats, Osiris and Isis.
Anne spent her 40+ banking career working for local community banks primarily in El Dorado County. Anne retired as Senior Credit Officer from Central Valley Community Bank in January, 2017.
George worked for, and was co-owner of, The Money Brokers in Sacramento, Ca, enjoying a 30-year career in private money mortgage lending. He also put his law degree to good use, specializing in post-foreclosure evictions, and became a well-known expert in landlord/tenant matters. George retired from the mortgage business in 2016, and retired from his law practice in January, 2020.
Anne and George 'fell into' the wine industry about 7 years ago when they were picking up a wine club shipment from DRIVEN Cellars. The owner, Chris Chinco, had a tasting room full of guests, one of whom dropped her glass of wine, shattering the glass and spilling wine all over the floor. Chris cleaned up the mess and continued to serve his guests. After the guests had left, George mentioned that we live just a few minutes away from the winery, and, if he ever needed help, just let him know. That was Sunday. On Tuesday, George received a text from Chris asking if he'd like to help out, and the rest, as they say, 'is history.'
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