Tom has had a lifelong connection with the land. His first job at age 10 was the sticky, dirty work of picking apricots on his grandfather’s orchard. When he came across a vineyard for sale in the Yorkville Highlands of Anderson Valley in 2001 it felt like a returning to his roots. He decided to buy the winery and invest in learning the process--from the labor of growing and harvest to the subtle art of fermentation and aging. With the help of his partners and dedicated crew, Maple Creek Winery has a variety of award-winning wines ranging from an Estate Chardonnay, Anderson Valley Pinot Noir, Largo Ridge Zinfandel, Estate Merlot, and Symphony.  They also include Bordeaux Blends and late harvest varietals.