Stephanie Rivin, a former Californian winemaker, never expected she would move to Bordeaux and launch a brand. That changed in 2012 during a family trip where she and her husband fell in love with the region. Already established in California winemaking, the allure of Bordeaux ignited a spark. French Blue became her bridge between two worlds. She started with a rosé with a French flair for American tables.
French Blue Wine wasn’t just a winery; it reflected Stephanie’s love for wine and her daring move to the heart of French wine country.
Stephanie’s Background
It all started when she first worked in the tasting room at a California winery in Anderson Valley and would show up at 6 a.m. to work in the vineyard. Over time, her fascination with the intricacies of winemaking grew. Stephanie did not take the normal path to become a winemaker. It was hand-on learning under the mentorship of other winemakers for four years.
However, after juggling both California and French winemaking for a few years, the demands began to strain her work-life balance. It became evident to Stephanie where she truly wanted to be. Aware of her husband’s shared passion for Bordeaux, she proposed moving there, and he jumped at the opportunity. In 2018, Stephanie, her husband, and their children (she was pregnant with her son) relocated to France. And French Blue came to life to bridge the free spirit of America and the tradition of Bordeaux.
This Article was originally published on Dallas Wine Chick
