Joseph Deal is working along side our two wine makers to learn the wine making process. He has taken on the role of Wine Maker along side our two experts. His attention to detail, and work ethic has made him a fast learner! He is excited to bring his passion into the creation of new and exciting varietals.
Lloyd J. Ploof joins Mary Jo Beach as Head Wine Maker and Chemist for Villa Verona Vineyard. Lloyd has his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, with a math minor that was obtained from Clarkson College of Technology in Potsdam, New York. In addition, he has received the AS in Chemistry (with a math minor from Monroe Community College in Rochester, New York). He was the Valedictorian at St. Regis Falls Central School in St. Regis Falls, New York.
Tom Basille is our Secondary Wine Maker at Villa Verona Vineyard and has a Chemical Engineering Degree from Pennsylvania State. He has always had a passion for wine! He has actually made homemade wine for over 20 years (60+ different types of wine) and has been with us since day one!
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