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chow | wine

Photo by David Gibb
to Italian-inspired buildings with enticing architecture. The wine enthu- The first vineyards were established in 2009. However, fate would
siast need not venture further than the Rogue Valley to get a feeling of intervene once again just prior to planting. Dan was attending classes
being in the Tuscan hills just above the city of Firenze. back at UC Davis when his instructor suggested that Dan speak with
Anderson Valley, California Viticulture and Plant Science Advisor,
The welcoming open patio space offers plenty of unobstructed vistas Glenn McGourty. Coincidentally, McGourty had also purchased prop-
from comfortable seating overlooking the vineyards. The small pond erty just outside of Jacksonville as well and had insight into which vari-
and the views of the Rogue Valley, Table Rock, and Mt. Mcloughlin eties would grow best.
add to the entire experience. Contemporary fire pits offer warmth on
colder days. With ample covered areas, there are still outdoor seating Dan and Cindy had previously enrolled for a class at OSU Extension
options for those wanting some vitamin D. Many exterior design details located just minutes from their property and were pleasantly surprised
enhance the welcoming Italian flair at DANCIN, including large metal
light sconces, lanterns, outdoor fountains, arched ceilings, wood, and
more.

A lifelong love story of the owners Dan and Cindy Marca started as a
serendipitous tale when the two met twice in one day while Dan was on
a business trip in Monterey, California. Upon attempting to return to
his home in Sacramento, a freak flood washed out the roads and bridges
and Dan was forced to return to Monterey where he again ran into
Cindy. They were married three months after they met, and that chance
meeting was the beginning spark for a future DANCIN Vineyards.

As fate would have it, Dan, and Cindy both loved wines and they
soon began courses at prestigious UC Davis located just outside of
Sacramento. The first class was about emerging varietals, which led to
their thoughts of creating a winery. Although they had their sights on
the Sierra Foothills, the Rogue Valley would eventually inspire their
move north.
Photo by Tyler Maddox
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