Archive - Rain on the Monte Bello Ridge

Why Are We Seeing More Centenarians?

Centenarian Playbook Issue #3: Centenarians are still unique, but what’s unique about them?

21 hrs ago •

From Montebello To Paris Glory

The Montebello wine district has a rich history going back even before the First World War.

Apr 1 •

March 2024

Making it to 100

The Centenarian Playbook Issue #2: How much of it is in your control?

Mar 18 •

Where It All Began

Small details in legacy stories that lead to giant Ah-ha! moments.

Mar 4 •

February 2024

Announcing The Centenarian Playbook

Lessons from the one percent: those who make it to extreme old age.

Feb 19 •

January 2024

Banking on the American Dream in the Prohibition Era

I’ll be the guest speaker at the Italian American Heritage Foundation in San Jose as they celebrate Italy's Piedmonte region on Feb. 15. See details…

Jan 30 •

Invite your friends to read Rain on the Monte Bello Ridge 🍷🍇

I now have a better way to actually thank those of you who have been routinely reading my work, and spreading the word to others. Here's how:

Jan 11 •

December 2023

Holiday Treasure Hunt

The lasting impact of a family tradition.

Dec 29, 2023 •

The Origin Story of the Gemello Winery Book

The events that inspired me to be compelled to share Mario’s legacy and Kay’s secrets to longevity.

Dec 4, 2023 •

November 2023

Legacy in a Glass: Celebrating the Memory of Mario & John Gemello

Their stories will be told during the Gemello Neighborhood Block Party, hosted by the Los Altos History Museum on Nov. 16th.

Nov 6, 2023 •

October 2023

The 1934 Launch of The Gemello Winery

Prohibition ends and the seeds are planted for what would become an award-winning winery.

Oct 9, 2023 •

September 2023

New Tech Causes Marital Rift In The Community

Mailing invoices to clients seemed like a natural and harmless progression for a growing business in 1958.

Sep 4, 2023 •

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