LOWER LAKE, Calif. – Oct. 20 marked the first night guests were able to experience the Future Six Sigma Ranch Visitor Center.  

It was the first time that an event was held in the massive underground cellar that serves as the foundation and first phase of the evolving new visitor center nestled in the center of the 4,300-acre ranch.  

Upon arrival, mingling guests were able to look at the building’s blueprints and learn about the ranch’s future plans while sipping on Sauvignon Blanc and listening to the music of local artist Michael Barrish.

Once seated, winemaker Matt Hughes took the guests through an intimate night of three different vintages of each of the winery’s most sought after wines, the Pinot Noir, Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon.  

Chef Tyler Stone, a contestant on Bravo’s “Top Chef,” returned to the ranch for the second time to pair each vertical with his creative masterpieces.

“The tickets sold out in the first week that they were offered back in August,” said Jacquelyn St. Martin, director of hospitality. “We limited the number of guests to 50 people I think that the guests appreciated the one-on-one attention.”

Wine Club Member Charlene Shaul said, “The wines were really interesting to pair next to each other and see the subtle differences from year to year. I believe all that attended experienced a fabulous array of truly great wines.”

“We were honored to hear from some of guests that this was their best wine experience in Lake County” said Kaj Ahlmann, proprietor. “It’s exciting to know that this is only just the beginning.”