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Londer Vineyards is a dream come true. We were both originally from Denver, and after school and residency we moved to Albuquerque, NM where we lived for 27 years. Larry practiced ophthalmology and Shirlee ran the optical shops. Our interest in wine dates back many years and we talked of one day being able to plant a vineyard and start a winery of our own. The search for property began in 1997. After visiting the Anderson Valley, we decided this was the place for us. It was just the right climate for growing Pinot Noir and Gewurztraminer (Larry's choice of the grapes to grow), and it was one of the most beautiful areas we had ever visited. In late 1999 we were doubly fortunate: we found our property and enthusiastic partners who also loved wine. Michael and Linda Golub, Sterling and Frieda Haidt, Cliff and Penny Kupperberg, and Bob and Ann Spears all reside in California and have been active in the establishment and operation of Londer Vineyards. Larry's decision to partially retire from medicine and move to Northern California was viewed by family and friends as, "bold, brave, gutsy, and just plain nuts". No one could figure out what we were going to do in the middle of nowhere, with the nearest traffic light forty-five minutes away. All we can say to that is that the move has proved to be a success. Our adventure with country life has been exciting, enriching, and with something new occurring every day. Shirlee has developed a bountiful garden that produces raspberries, strawberries, and boysenberries for her prize-winning jams, along with olives, plums, and way too many tomatoes. Larry has established the vineyard that began producing Pinot Noir and Gewurztraminer in 2004. At the same time he teamed up with Greg LaFollette to be our winemaker and he began producing extraordinary wines in 2001. In 2005 Greg's status was changed to consulting winemaker. We were fortunate to obtain the services of Rick Davis who has worked with Greg for many years. Rick has worked production in the wine industry since 1988. He became the assistant winemaker at Flowers in 1997 and has assisted Greg at Tandem Winery. Both Larry and Rick have learned a great deal from Greg, which is reflected in our vineyard practices and in our wines.