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A narrow mountain bench of vineyards high above Monterey Bay, where fog, wind, and sun converge to create one of California's most distinctive appellations.

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Kori Violini

Kori Violini grew up among the vineyards, lemons and avocado orchards her family owns in the Santa Lucia Highlands. In 2018, she re-launched Kori Wines with her brother Justin, step-father and winegrower Kirk Williams and winemaker Sabrine Rodems. In 2019, Kori opened a tasting room in Carmel-by-the-Sea to share her love of Monterey County and Santa Lucia Highlands wines.

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