It was the old story: Hard work brought prosperity. The 171-acre property included three houses, a small stone cellar and winery permit. In Buco il lupo to all the families who suffer from these fires. Rather, we were going to build the structure within the limits of the current building code using the same techniques medieval builders had relied on eight hundred years ago.. Many wineries resume production, but Vittorio settles into retirement. have tested my prototypes and agree that it will work in large scale fires. [5], During the Glass Fire that began on September 27, 2020, the farmhouse suffered major damage,[6] the entire 2020 vintage of the wine Fantasia was lost,[7] but the castle was left unharmed. He cashed in on the explosion in the wine business. In May 2012 the county ordered the winery to cease holding a weekly Catholic Mass in the chapel located on the grounds due to lack of use permits.[15]. After Boscs left, Sattuis work load and disagreements he had with his then-wife about the rehabilitation of the mansion, delayed the work for more than a year. Michael Horns Whats Cookin on Wine with Nicole Nielson, December, 2022 (Interview Starts at 38:00) So it's fitting that Dario Hibbard Sattui, great-grandson of one of the valley's first winemakers and now president of V. Sattui Winery, has built a castle fit for a king near Calistoga. No off-topic remarks. Dario Sattui is one of the Napa Valley's most visible philanthropists. Image on right: 2018, Dario Sattui in front of castle door. Certainly not the highway.. As a child, Dario would play among the barrels and tanks in the underground cellars while dreaming of reviving the winery when he grew up. My heart goes out to all those who have lost homes, who are displaced and anxious about their homes and loved ones. It sounded more Italian. [1][13][14] Extending into the hillside adjacent to the castle is a labyrinth of caves some 900 feet (270m) in length. are my inspiration and I will succeed in changing the way the world controls wildfire but I cant do it alone. The V. Sattui Winery in St. Helena in the heart of the Napa Valley is a classic example of how to grow a new business on old roots. It is the largest donation ever made to a Napa Valley school by a Napa Valley vintner. [8], After graduating with an MBA from the University of California, Berkeley in 1969, Dario Sattui spent two years traveling in Europe, during which time he developed an interest in medieval architecture. Eduardo Dingler visitsthe Isola di Giglio of the coast of Italy. I spent nearly 15 years of my life designing and building the castle, which besides my wife Irina, is the second love of my . Finally, down to his last $500, he scraped up enough capital to build a winery. Presidents Day: 10:00am 5:00pm, OPEN: BY RESERVATION Dario was always fascinated by the stories and photos of the old winery. The crew had battled the Glass fire Sunday as it ran laterally on the east side of the valley along Silverado Trail. He sold his wine direct - no middleman. You will rebuild and it will be even better. ( and his wife ) got, and by Mr. Sattui's story, that you . We didnt have equipment for that.". I thought there was no way this fire would get across the river. The loss included 2,500 cases of wine, steel fermentation tanks and a bottling line, according to Georg Salzner, president of Castillo de Amorosa. Although V. Sattui won more than its share of awards - 107 gold medals in 2008 - Sattui turns up his nose at wine snobs. And, on contractors advice, additional original fireplaces were demolished and replaced with modern fireplaces. Dear Mr. Sattui, Advance reservations highly recommended. He first intended to build an 8,500 square foot building without cellars. He apprentices for 3 years at various Napa wineries to gain background. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. Look at that. By the time they crew arrived at Castillo de Amorosa, flames shot through the roof of a 145,000-square-foot wine storage and production stone building behind the main castle estate. Another advantage to keeping fruit trees small is that you can fit more of them in a small backyard. One woman who lives with her husband on Spring Mountain Road above the town described watching flames advance across the valley. Dan the Napa Valley food and wine man weighs in. Image on right: Castello di Amorosa seen from the fall-colored vineyards. I started to think maybe my wife was right.". Maritza Garca View more Calistoga vacation rentals. [10] Among many other features, it includes a moat; a drawbridge, defensive towers, an interior courtyard, a torture chamber, a chapel/church, a knights' chamber, and a 72 by 30 feet (9.1m) great hall with a 22-foot (6.7m)-high coffered ceiling. He dreamed of one day resurrecting the business. But I want to emphasize I know they are stretched thin. Dario Sattui is on Facebook. Its nobodys fault. For most of the day Sunday, the nascent Glass fire burning in eastern Napa Valley appeared to be contained to a relatively small hillside pocket. The construction took 15 years and opened to the public on April 7, 2007. The torture chamber has an iron maiden said to be from the late Renaissance,[11] which Sattui states he bought for $13,000 in Pienza, Italy; a replica rack; and other torture devices. No government programs SBA or others are willing to loan a startup $250K so the fires keep burning and people keep dying and the precious artifacts of countless lives go up in smoke because of a lack of vision to see things a different way. 1322 Berry St . At some point people are going to have to take a chance on a completely new idea. Dies geschieht in Ihren Datenschutzeinstellungen. After graduating with an MBA from the University of California, Berkeleyin 1969, Dario Sattui spent two years traveling in Europe, during which time he developed an interest in medieval architecture. The resort also is the site of the world-renowned Napa Valley Wine Auction. Like many Italians of that era, Vittorio Sattui immigrated to California, to San Francisco, to start a new life. Dario Sattui in the entrance to the Monastery in 1995. Great-grandson Dario Sattui is born in San Francisco. So sorry for your loss. People reported finding large chunks of sizzled wood in downtown St. Helena, apparently blown there by gusty winds. Read more about Darios incredible vision and journey: Written by Dario Sattui and full of hundreds of lush photos of the magnificent castle and grounds, Castello di Amorosa: A Labor of Love tells the improbable story of the castles construction and includes an exclusive tour of the castle that only its creator could deliver. With the second floor hallway ceiling partially opened for that extension, both floors are illuminated by indirect natural light shining through the contemporary roof-peak skylight. Advance reservations highly recommended. . Living out of his van, Sattui would visit medieval castles, monasteries, palaces farmhouses and wineries studying their designs, taking photographs and completing detailed sketches and renderings. The peril escalated late Monday, when Calistoga, home to more than 5,000 people, was placed under mandatory evacuation orders. Most of the Villas furnishing are antiques. Mr.Dario Sattui, I am praying for you and your employees. V. Sattui Winery celebrates 40 Years in the Napa Valley. He took photos and made sketches of various buildings he would visit including medieval castles, monasteries, palaces, farmhouses and wineries. At the end of the first year, hed sold 1800 cases of wine, and made a small profit. Through 1912, the Sattui family experiences great success and wealth. It seems only fitting that the force behind one of Napa Valley's most popular wineries is a giant of a man. It's only a matter of time. My wife Irina has spent countless hours planning, purchasing furniture, decorating and adding to the regal charm of this structure. I was heartbroken and felt your sorrow on the death of your dream. I am a long time fan of Dario Sattui, his wineries, and his wines. In 1900, Martin Holje bought the property and completed Villa Amorosa in 1905. (Karl Mondon/Bay Area News Group) Still, the. The Wright Bros,. You have permission to edit this article. What wine goes with barbecue? Instead, the job fell to him and the three other members of Engine 26. In 1975, he launched V. Sattui Winery in St. Helena at the site of his great grandfather's original winery. You simply cant build an old structure using modern techniques and tools. Dario Franchitti reveals he's become dad with new wife three years after splitting with Ashley Judd THE former racing driver split from the Hollywood actress in 2013 before remarrying last year. After earning an MBA from the University of California at Berkeley in 1969, Dario traveled around Europe and lived out of an old VW van. Dario Sattui, the great-grandson of V. Sattui Winery founder Vittorio . Weekend: 10:00am 5:00pm, 2023 Castello di Amorosa. Dario was always fascinated by the stories and photos of the old winery. He attended Drake High School and then the College of Marin. In 1993, he finally found the ideal parcel 171 acres near Calistoga where Colonel William Nash had planted one of California's first vineyards in 1846. The 2023 season brings us several firsts: the first-ever groundcover shasta daisy,called Carpet Angel; annuals like Glimmer, a shade-tolerant. As a result, there was a plethora of medieval buildings, great and small in the countryside waiting to decay or be restored. You probably dont remember me but I used to work at California Growers many years ago. The Italians seemed to want no part of restoring them; they were happy to part with them for a song. Interested in newsletters, promotions, and wine club events? You can cancel at any time. Weekend: 10:00am 5:00pm, 2023 Castello di Amorosa. [1][12] The great hall features frescoes painted by two Italian artists, who took about a year and a half to complete, and showcases a 500-year-old fireplace. Castello di Amorosa, Dario Sattuis 2nd winery, opens its doors in Calistoga. I dont know if this is th proper place to comment, but I watched in sorrow your interview on NBC news tonight. Faking it in any way might be all right for others, but I would know the difference, making it a failed attempt to explore my passion for medieval architecture. "It's not about the wine, it's about having a good time.". The northeast tower alcove has an unfinished ceiling to showcase its construction. Outside food and wine not permitted on property. Castello di Amorosa is the realization of an all-consuming passion. Please subscribe to keep reading. I was optimistic. He attended Drake High School and then the College of Marin. Dario Sattui is one of the Napa Valleys most visible philanthropists. Armed with his medieval architectural renderings and another passionate dream, Dario created a 121,000 square foot, 13th century, authentically styled Tuscan castle winery he would call Castello di Amorosa (Castle of Love). Then please sign up for our mailing list. Sattui, who in 2010 drew fierce condemnation from firefighters after he published a letter to the editor of the local newspaper criticizing firefighters benefits as wasteful, expressed conditional praise Monday for their efforts. Daru Kawalkowski, Roger and Anne Walther, and Alton Irby. Now he gets 400,000 visitors a year. Vittorio was a baker and made wine on the side. Unbelievable, Salzner said while looking up at flames shooting from the windows of what used to be his office. "I was the winemaker, and I wasnt a very good one," says Dario. Dario Sattui, center, and guests celebrate the opening day of V. Sattui Winery in St. Helena in 1976. Several other homes in the community were a total loss. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). The bar is finished with wainscoting and a granite bar-top. V. Sattui purchases historic 556-acre Henry Ranch in Carneros, begins planting 120+ acres of vines. CASTELLO DI AMOROSA In 2016, look for new experiences like First Friday Tastings in the winery's Cellar Club, where members and guests may taste featured flights of wines the first Friday of each month. 707.967.6272, HOLIDAY HOURS All right reserved. Had they come a little sooner, they may have saved the building, he said. It appeared Monday the buildings contents were a total loss, despite the herculean efforts of the fire crew, who were assisted by winery employees. V. Sattui lived to be 94 and his great-grandson worshiped the old man. "I was really nervous," Sattui said. The Italian castle was not damaged in the recent Napa Valley fires and will reopen again. Family members Mario & Romeo Sattui at the family wine store, 23rd & Bryant Streets, San Francisco, 1902. Beneath the castle are a 2-acre (8,100m2) barrel cellar and tasting rooms where visitors can sample the wines, all sold only at the Castle or through the winery's wine club. At the majestic Castillo de Amorosa winery on the valleys western flank, an exhausted Cal Fire firefighter with Engine 26 out of St. Helena tried to get a few minutes of sleep while he sat with his head down at a table normally reserved for wine tasting. Aug. 8, 2010. Checking in with local authorities from the nations capital that morning, Rep. Mike Thompson, D-St. Helena, felt reassured his home on the complete opposite side of the valley was safe. A horticulturist and Bear Flag rebel planted of Napa Countys first fruit trees there and built a home in 1848 home. The flames funneled so quickly up the ditch there really was nothing anyone could have done to prevent them from overtaking the castle building, he said. V. Sattui has come a long way from the boarding house on Columbus Avenue. V. Sattui celebrates 130th Anniversary of its founding, receives 3 major accolades in one year: Winemaker of the Year- Brooks Painter (American Fine Wine Competition), Winery of the Year (Critics Challenge Wine Competition), and two Wines of the Year: 2012 Mt. I have great memories there. Its hard to believe my feet were ever that small, Sattui said with a smile. When Dario Sattui re-launched V. Sattui Winery in March 1976, . Dario was born in San Francisco in 1941 and raised in San Francisco and Marin County. Timothy Moxley, Heartbroken. The updated kitchen reflects Sattui's Italian heritage. The company has done so well, Sattui built a 1o7-room, 121,000-square-foot Tuscan castle in Calistoga. As Vittorio lived to be 94 years old, Dario got to know him and was fascinated by his stories and photos of the old winery, above which the Sattui family continued to live even after Prohibition had shut it down. Sattui had negotiated a deal with the owner Andrea Bosc with the condition that he and his ailing wife could remain at Villa Amorosa for a year. Clearly, the success of V.Sattui winery built the 121,000 square foot, 12th-century style, authentic Tuscan castle winery. Fourth generation winemaker Dario Sattui built an authentically styled 13th century Tuscan castle winery to honor his Italian heritage and deep love for medieval architecture. Vittorio & Katerina begin making wine full-time and name their winery St. Helena Wine Cellars, after the town from which he purchased his grapes. Honestly, I never realized that Irina had such talent and taste for interior decoration. Wishing you all the best and praying for better days ahead. But then came a rattling predawn call and the news it was burning. On the second floor, the number of bedrooms was reduced from six to four. Armed with his vault of medieval architectural renderings and another passionate dream, Sattui purchased a 171-acre vineyard property in Calistoga in 1993 and began construction of Castello di Amorosa Winery in 1994. "I couldnt afford a winemaker, so I learned from my mistakes, and got help from people along the way. Dario Sattui has restored this Queen Anne mansion, which is adjacent to his Calistoga winery. His business was gone. Join Facebook to connect with Dario Sattui and others you may know. Dario Sattui, owner of Castello di Amorosa in Calistoga, California, and great-grandson of San Francisco, California pioneer vintner, Vittorio Sattui, was born in San Francisco in 1941 and raised in San Francisco and Fairfax in Marin County. Gender Male. My research showed that in 60 years literally nothing had changed in the way modernized nations work to control wildfires whether they occur in Greece, Spain, Germany or America. While Sattui was busy with other projects, his former wife worked on Villa Amorosa, he said. A History of The Project Part 2, by Dario Sattui Key details and building techniques are architecturally faithful to the 12th and 13th century time period. Sattui was forced to close his winery in 1920 when Prohibition became law. Presidents Day: 10:00am 5:00pm, OPEN: BY RESERVATION "I wanted to be in the wine business, and it was exciting! "I wanted to specialize in making small lots of primarily Italian-style wines and showcase them in an authentic, medieval castle setting where they would be sold directly to the public, not in stores or restaurants.". "My wife at the time thought opening a winery was a crazy idea. Dario Sattui, owner of Castello di Amorosa in Calistoga, California, and great-grandson of San Francisco, California pioneer vintner, Vittorio Sattui, was born in San Francisco in 1941 and raised in San Francisco and Fairfax in Marin County. We had to be.". So I am asking the monitor of this site to please contact the Board of Directors of Castello di Amorosa and give them my contact information. "California vintner builds wine castle on hill", "V. Sattui's humble beginnings in North Beach", "Sattui castle combines art, wine and the old world", "Dario Sattui Built a Castle to House His California Winery", "Glass Fire: Napa Valley's Castello di Amorosa winery loses $5 million worth of wine but $30 million castle unscathed", "Napa Valley's famed castle, Castello di Amorosa, loses building containing all of its bottled wine", "Napa Valley medieval: Sattui's Castello di Amorosa", "County orders Sattui's 'Castle' to stop church services", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Castello_di_Amorosa&oldid=1070901256, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 9 February 2022, at 21:43. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Love the story behind the castle and the vision that gave it birth. With $8,000 and a novel approach to the wine business, he re-opened V. Sattui Winery in St. Helena in 1975 and turned a profit in the first year of operation. Following graduation, Sattui traveled around Europe for two years in an old VW van. The letter, written by Dario Sattui, owner of V. Sattui Winery, criticized the wage and benefits package of North Bay firefighters. May you stay safe during these devastating fires. Calistoga, CA 94515 As the wife of a firefigh The risks and sacrifices firefighters face I would like to respectfully respond to Mr. Dario Sattui's letter of April 13 ("The good life, thanks to politicians"). Thinking of you during the Glass fire. Napa Countys first and Californias second non-secular school was built on the property, circa 1847. That day came on March 4, 1976. In my mind, everything had to be authentic, or it wouldnt be worth the effort. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. . But Dario persisted. Dario Sattui grew up listening to his relatives reminisce about the family winery, showing him old photos and artifacts. It sits on Highway 29 not far from Sattuis Castello di Amorosa, Sattuis winery that is a recreation of a 14th-century Italian castle. The fourth bedroom serves as Sattuis home office. owner Dario Sattui, 78, appeared tired and a bit dazed . Containing some of the most beautiful vaulted wine cellars in the world, Castello di Amorosa has fulfilled Darios dream of producing superior quality wines with the same love and attention to detail that went into building his castle. If your browser is out of date, try updating it. Discover the hidden stories of Napa Valley wine and the people behind it -- plus expert analysis from our columnists and more with our weekly email newsletter. We have everything you need for a wine country picnic. 4. Other wineries had "Keep off the grass" signs on their lawns. 4045 St Helena Hwy They bought grapes from St. Helena, moved in 1899 to an old winery building at 23rd and Bryant streets, owned property all over the city and when Prohibition became law, they quit the wine business. The construction of the present-day mansion was begun around 1872 Thomas and Prudence Shamp but ended abruptly with Thomass death in 1875. Sie knnen Ihre Einstellungen jederzeit ndern. V. Sattui had a picnic ground. It was during this period his fascination for medieval architecture began to take shape. [2][3], The winery property was once part of an estate owned by Edward Turner Bale. Your access to this page has been blocked. We did what we could, Downs said. Brooks Painter joins V. Sattui as Director of Winemaking. Read Castello di Amorosas History & Owner to dive deeper into Dario Sattuis vision. As a child, Dario would play among the barrels and tanks in the underground cellars while dreaming of reviving V. Sattui Winery when he grew up. While the house had been neglected and in considerable disrepair, I want to just repair it and keep things much the same, Sattui said. The adjoining kitchen was updated from the 1940s to a present-day design. Privacy Policy| Terms of Use |Sales and Refunds | Accessibility. It was 1972 when vintner Dario Sattui first saw the historic Calistoga mansion that had been the location for such films as Pollyanna and Killer Bees. I knew I would love to own and care for it, he said. It would look fake, and everyone would realize its an imitation. This summer, Gourmet Pizza Nights with Italian Michelin-star chef, Stefano Masanti, will bring an authentic taste of pizza, made with unique flours and ingredients, paired with V. Sattui wine. If you are using a VPN, try disabling it. Congratulations on a grande achievement!!! Bosc also allowed Buick to film a commercial at Villa Amorosa. Daten ber Ihr Gert und Ihre Internetverbindung, wie Ihre IP-Adresse, Browsing- und Suchaktivitten bei der Nutzung von Yahoo Websites und -Apps. Durch Klicken auf Alle akzeptieren erklren Sie sich damit einverstanden, dass Yahoo und unsere Partner Ihre personenbezogenen Daten verarbeiten und Technologien wie Cookies nutzen, um personalisierte Anzeigen und Inhalte zu zeigen, zur Messung von Anzeigen und Inhalten, um mehr ber die Zielgruppe zu erfahren sowie fr die Entwicklung von Produkten. The new wood flooring and molding compliment the original details as well as the desk of Sattuis grandfather and Sattui family portraits. She had the original dining room ceiling razed to install radiant heating. However, his new winery with the old name was on Highway 29, right in St. Helena. He even changed his name from Daryl to Dario. It was also the first winery to offer wine futures, and create a Italian deli with picnic grounds where wine and food could be enjoyed with friends. Visited your beautiful winery last August, when I saw the news I just cried. When you think about the biggest organizing challenges in your home, there s likely a few things that come to mind: the messy kitchen counter, Douglas firs are having a rough time in Napa County: in addition to infestations in drought-stressed trees, there is another problem:velvet t. "One of a kind. The San Francisco Chronicle Competition also awarded V. Sattui two "Best of Class" categories, 4 Double Gold medals, and 11 Gold medals. INDOOR & OUTDOOR WINE TASTINGS available with Limited Capacity. A large gilded mirror and box baby grand piano, placed in the square bay window, are two prominent living room features. As a child, he would play in the winery's underground cellars and dream of reviving the family business. Sattui Donates $1 Million to Calistoga Schools, July 2, 2020, A History of The Project Part 1, by Dario Sattui Everything my Dad had worked for was gone. Klicken Sie auf Einstellungen verwalten um weitere Informationen zu erhalten und Ihre Einstellungen zu verwalten. For the holidays: Get inspiring home and gift ideas sign up now! I am so incredibly sorry to hear of the loss of wine and other items not yet discovered. Today, he is the president and a co-owner of V. Sattui. It took more than 8,000 tons of hand-chiseled local stone and nearly one million antique bricks imported from Europe to complete the castle. "At the end of each tour, I asked the people if they'd like to invest in a winery.". [9], The castle interiors, which include 107 rooms on 8 levels above and below ground, were approximately 121,000 square feet (11,200m2) when opened in 2007; it has since been expanded to 141,000 square feet.[5]. We have everything you need for a wine country picnic. He is a tall, lean man of 68 and was the star of his own show, mixing self-deprecating humor with shrewd observations on the state of the wine business. The Sattui family lived at the winery, even after Prohibition closed the business in 1920. The now complete interior reflects Sattuis Italian heritage as seen in the rich upholstery fabrics from an Italian company and a kitchen mural depicting a Tuscan scene from 1416, as well as artwork and bathroom tiling. Among those were Vittorio Sattui and his wife, settling in San Francisco in 1882. When Dario Sattui re-launched V. Sattui Winery in March 1976, it was the realization of a life-long dream that continues today as he celebrates 40 years in the business. Similarly, the fire appears to have snaked along creek banks and drainage ditches in numerous areas of the valley floor. Dario didn't know it then, but the hours he spent sketching medieval castles, monasteries, palaces, farmhouses, and wineries would one day inspire the blueprints for a visionary undertaking. 107 rooms in total, no rooms alike. The winery closes its doors. Brooks Painter named Winemaker of the Year by the American Fine Wine Competition. From just south of St. Helena north to Calistoga, the scene Monday was apocalyptic, with fires burning in the forested mountains on both sides of the valley. CASTELLO DI AMOROSA A look at 2023's new garden plants, Judy Naimo, Homeowner Dilemmas: 'Theres no place like home', How to eliminate paper clutter in just 5 minutes a day, Bill Prauk, Trees and People in Napa Valley: Tree trouble lurks under ivy, Women who eat fast food have worse mental health than men, new study says, New smartphone can go from 0% to 100% in less than 10 minutes, This zero-calorie sweetener has been linked to heart attack and stroke, Participating in 11 minutes of daily exercise can extend your life, study says. From the beginning, Dario and his employees watched every penny. After that experience, I knew there had to be a better way to control wildfire. Piles of debris and broken bottles now blanket the floor of Dario Sattui's winery in Napa Valley, California's world-renowned wine-producing region. A Letter from Dario Sattui Dear Friends & Family, I spent nearly 15 years of my life designing and building the castle, which besides my wife Irina, is the second love of my life. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. pic.twitter.com/BW57mm39CR. Dario Sattui starts making Napa Valley wine. Sattui, who lives a short distance away from his dream estate, said he went to bed early Monday morning without a worry for his castle. When Sattui became the sixth owner of the 10,000-square-foot, 20-room mansion, he set out to restore its grandeur in every detail. The redone bedrooms of the Villa Amorosa are furnished with period antiques. I am so sorry for your Loss my family and I visited the castle many times we have so many memories we Always enjoyed the wine tasting room and I love the story Behind Castello Di Amorosa I know will be there again I am so happy to hear that everybody in your family and the workers are in great health. He first intended to build an 8,500 square foot building without cellars. The porch was extended to create a wrap-around porch adding replicas of the original spiral posts to the new section. The three remaining first floor room evoke Villa Amorosas original design. His great grandfather Vittorio Sattui, an Italian immigrant, founded V. Sattui Winery in 1885 in San Francisco. Please make sure JavaScript is enabled and then try loading this page again. Grazie! Ive been there so many times. Dario had a flair for entrepreneurship, starting his first business in grammar school. The law-abiding Vittorio was forced to shut down when Prohibition went into effect, and the winery would lay dormant until 1976, when Vittorio's great-grandson, Dario, would realize his dream of resurrecting the family business in the town of St. Helena in Napa . Down the long drive, owner Dario Sattui, 78, appeared tired and a bit dazed. V. Sattui named Winery of the Year at California State Fair. to dive deeper into Dario Sattuis vision. All right reserved. In the Napa Valley, the name Sattui is recognized as one of the regal monikers of winemaking. After a rocky beginning, the place prospered. Replacing the old pier-and-block foundation was real expensive, Sattui said, But an even bigger and more expensive project was replacing the roof and repairing the third floor. Their two-year stay proved aggravating as Bosc. He moved the circa 1930s-1940s cottage from behind villa to a site southwest of the house. He now writes a Sunday column, "Native Son." CALISTOGA (CBS SF) -- It was a labor love for winemaker Dario Sattui, building and expanding his unique medieval castle inspired winery Castello di Amorosa. His interest in medieval architecture grew into an obsession as he traveled around Europe after college. 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