WINE WORK & PASSION EPISODE 14- African American Vintners - Phil Long

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WINE WORK & PASSION EPISODE 14- African American Vintners - Phil Long

In this episode, I was honored to bring you my up close and personal interview with Phil Long. Phil talks about his role as President of the Association of African American Vintners and how this organization helps pave the way for aspiring members of the BIPOC community to join the wine industry. And, he talks about his own journey and wine brand, Longevity Wines.

 

Stay tuned until the end learn how you can apply for scholarship opportunities provided by the Association of African American Vintners in partnership with the Napa Valley Wine Academy.

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