christian roguenant winemaker?

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Cal Poly: Cal Poly-area French winemaker uncorks aged practices.

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(From University Wire)

Byline: Kelly Cope

At first glance, winemaker Christian Roguenant looks professional, but relaxed. Shying away from the typical business attire of a suit, he prefers a nice sweater and slacks. He strolls around the back barreling room, occasionally stopping to put his ear to a few barrels and listens for the telltale bubbling that signals the fermentation process.

The usual warm, welcoming expression on his face belies a firm but still friendly work personality. His winery, Baileyana, matches his own character, an environment in which customers will automatically know that the employees love to come to work at such an impressive place.

When dealing with distributors and other types of clients for whom he produces wine, Roguenant goes after exactly what he wants, but he does not leave them feeling empty and robbed of their dignity. The demands of the job dictate that he cannot enjoy more than a few weeks of vacation per...