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Anthony Mueller

From France to Napa: How Winemaker Morgan Maureze is Crafting a Legacy with Ampleur Cellars

Morgan Maureze, a fifth-generation winemaker with deep roots in both Muscadet and Saint-Émilion, shares the origin and philosophy behind Ampleur Cellars, his boutique wine project in Napa Valley. After a significant family dispute led to the sale of his family estate in France, Morgan returned to California to rebuild his career, working with top wineries such as Dominus, Ovid, Marciano Estate, and Seven Apart under the mentorship of Andy Erickson. It was at Marciano Estate that he met his future business partner, Andrew Wesson, formerly of Schaefer Vineyards.
Together, they founded Ampleur Cellars with a shared vision of “affordable luxury”—producing site-specific, small-production wines that reflect elegance, restraint, and authenticity without billionaire backing. Drawing on Morgan’s education and thesis work with DRC in Burgundy, the wines emphasize subtlety over showmanship, modest oak use, and the purity of fruit. The name “Ampleur,” a French term referring to magnitude and texture in wine, was chosen to honor Morgan’s heritage; securing the trademark involved acquiring the rights to “Magnitude” to protect the brand. Still, Ampleur remains focused on growing organically and responsibly, crafting wines that reflect both legacy and integrity.

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Sustainability
Anthony Mueller

The Mountain Speaks: Seven Apart’s Dramatic Expressions of Atlas Peak

Perched high on Napa’s Atlas Peak, Seven Apart’s Stags Ridge vineyard crafts bold yet refined wines that speak powerfully of place. With rugged volcanic soils and soaring altitudes, this boutique estate transforms mountain Cabernet into something extraordinary—structured, age-worthy, and luxuriously polished. Under the guidance of founding winemaker Andy Erickson and successor Morgan Maureze, Seven Apart lets the vineyard lead the way, tailoring every vintage with precision and restraint. Their flagship Expedition blend and single-vineyard offerings like Shale, Basalt, and Summit showcase the terroir’s depth and intensity, each telling its own vivid story. Exclusive and direct-to-consumer, the wines are rare, intentional, and deeply expressive—designed not just for collectors but for connection.

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Lifestyle
Anthony Mueller

Wine Spoken Here Spotlight: The Donum Estate, Pacific Veil & Bolle Non-Alcoholic

From cool Carneros elegance to groundbreaking non-alcoholic pours, this tasting lineup from WineSpokenHere.com highlights the evolving diversity of wine today. The Donum Estate leads with precision-farmed Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Rosé grown on their fog-kissed Carneros property—wines that speak clearly of place and patience. Pacific Veil introduces a budget-friendly, multi-county Pinot that offers early glimpses of potential. But perhaps the most thought-provoking entries come from Bolle, a producer redefining what non-alcoholic wine can be. As the category gains momentum, Bolle stands out for crafting options that feel celebratory, inclusive, and genuinely enjoyable. Whether you’re cutting back, not drinking, or just curious, these wines invite everyone to the table—no compromises required.

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Small producer spotlight on Sierfert, Bellamy & Du Coeur
Diversity
Anthony Mueller

Heart, Heritage, and the Harvest: A Trio of Small Producers and Their Stories Behind the Bottle

In the world of wine, authenticity isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the foundation of something lasting. At AnthonyMueller.com, we seek out more than just great wines; we look for the people behind the bottles, the stories woven into every vintage. Passion, resilience, and dedication aren’t just traits—they’re the driving forces behind the most compelling wines being made today.

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Sustainability
Anthony Mueller

PYM-RAE Tesseron Estate: A Vision of Precision, Sustainability, and Family Legacy in Napa

Perched on Napa Valley’s Mt. Veeder, PYM-RAE Tesseron Estate blends Bordeaux tradition with Napa’s bold spirit. Acquired by Alfred Tesseron in 2016, the winery embraces organic and biodynamic practices, crafting world-class Cabernet-based wines with precision and integrity. Winemaker Jérôme Ledit’s meticulous approach ensures each vintage tells its own story, while the estate remains committed to sustainability and innovation, and crafting world-class wine.

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Diversity
Anthony Mueller

Premiere Napa Valley 2025

2023 Napa Valley Vintage: A Year of Abundance, But was it the “Vintage of the Century?” Every vintage tells a story shaped by the elements,

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