Helen Turley | |
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Nationality | American |
Alma mater | Cornell University |
Occupation(s) | Winemaker, entrepreneur, wine consultant |
Known for | Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay |
Notable work | Marcassin Pinot Noir |
Spouse | John Wetlaufer |
Awards | Wine Spectator Distinguished Service Award, 2010; Food & Wine Achievement Winemaker of the Year, 1999 |
Helen Turley is a pioneering American winemaker and wine consultant.[1] She is known for bringing several Californian cult wines to the public awareness, and as the owner of a 20-acre (8.1 ha) boutique winery, Marcassin Vineyard.[2][3] She is the recipient of several prestigious American wine awards, to include Wine Spectator's Distinguished Service Award and Food & Wine's Achievement Winemaker of the Year.
Turley has mentored many California wine consultants, such as Mark Aubert, Jesse Hall, Philippe Melka, and Heidi Barrett.[4] In addition to consulting for wineries such as Pahlmeyer, Bryant Family Vineyard, Colgin, Martinelli and Blankiet,[4][5] until 1995, she was the winemaker for Turley Wine Cellars.[6][7]
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