Michael Long, Head Winemaker UPDATED

Michael Long, son of Larry and Linda, and Head Winemaker, Michael
graduated Magna Cum Laude from Fresno State
University with a Bachelors of Science in Enology.


Michael was just 15 years old when his parents purchased the land
that Amador Cellars now sits on.


His love and passion for grape growing and winemaking blossomed
as he began to learn more about the process and gained an
appreciation for what it takes to make a nice bottle of wine.
 


Michael began working in the vineyard as a teenager and gradually
became more involved in other aspects of the business, including
working side by side with father and winemaker, Larry.  


Michael became the Assistant Winemaker in 2008 and held the
position for 5 years prior to taking the reins from his father as
Head Winemaker in 2013.  


Michael is also very involved with the grape growing and farming,
and you may find him pouring in the tasting room and at events
from time to time.