Winemaking Team
Winemaking Team, Paul Hobbs, Consulting Winemaker
Internationally acclaimed winemaker, Paul Hobbs and his winemaking team, provide consulting winemaking expertise for Landy Family Vineyards.  Awarded Winemaker of the Year in 2000 by the Connoisseurs' Guide to California Wine, Hobbs is an icon in the art of winemaking. Whether in California or Argentina, where he is the owner/winemaker at Paul Hobbs Winery and Vina Cobos respectively; or in Chile, Hungary and other countries where he is a leading consultant, Paul knows that the essence of profound wines can be traced back to meticulous care and expertise in the vineyard. As a winemaker, Paul is highly regarded for his ability to identify exceptional vineyards along with his pioneering, innovative work with new and historical sites and regions. First hired by Robert Mondavi for his expertise in oak aging, he then joined the Opus One team before moving on to Simi Winery.  Expanding his horizons, Paul began consulting for Peter Michael Winery, Fisher Vineyards, Lewis Cellars, Catena Zapata and others.  He founded Paul Hobbs Winery in 1991 and Vina Cobos in 1999.  Twice named Wine Personality of the Year by Robert Parker, Jr., he continues to be a leading consultant winemaker around the globe.