Arizona's Hidden Gem: Meet the Retirees Who Built an Award-Winning Winery from Scratch!

In this landmark episode of Fill Your Plate Now — the first time we've welcomed an Arizona winemaker to the show — we sit down with Emil Molin, founder, owner, and executive winemaker of Cove Mesa Vineyard in Arizona's stunning Verde Valley AVA. Join us as Emil shares his remarkable journey: retiring, diving into viticulture and enology studies, launching an ultra-premium family winery with his wife, Cindy, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, and quickly earning awards for their elegant, old-world-style wines that showcase the unique Arizona terroir. From meticulous craftsmanship, discover what makes Cove Mesa a rising star in Arizona wine country. Whether you're a wine lover, aspiring vintner, or just curious about local food and agriculture stories, this conversation is full of passion, perseverance, and plenty of sips of inspiration.   Resources for The Molin Family | Co-Owners of Cove Mesa Vineyard Cove Mesa Vineyard | Instagram Additional Resources Tammy Baker LinkedIn | Julie Murphree LinkedIn | AZ Milk Producers Website | Arizona Farm Bureau