Vintner's Spotlight
Rockbridge Vineyard Winemaker
Written by Neil Williamson
Shepherd “Shep” Rouse:
Hometown: Williamsburg, Virginia
Item that is always in your fridge: Duck
Most challenging wine pairing: Asparagus
Best thing about the Virginia Wine Industry: Being able to make wine in the most beautiful place in the world, Virginia.
Worst thing about the Virginia Wine Industry: The glut of wine on the market today
Favorite Bumper Sticker or saying: “Dogs are People too”
Comfort Food: Duck or Goose, anything wild
Most embarrassing moment: None that I want to see in print
Most underrated virtue: Enthusiasm
Favorite Wine: A nice Riesling or Pinot Noir