FALL 2010 - Les Dames d'Escoffier International

Every visitor who is welcomed to DFVWines’ San Bernabe Vineyard in the heartof Monterey County has an unforgettableexperience because of Dame Cheryl Indelicato.Warm, personable and polished, shesets the stage for guests to relax, take in amajestic view of the surrounding vineyardsand enjoy world-class meals prepared on sitefrom the bounty of her organic garden andlocal Monterey fare.On any given day, one can find Cheryl at SanBernabe Vineyards’ hospitality center drizzlingolive oil on garden fresh grilled zucchini forafternoon guests, hosting journalists on behalfof the Monterey Vintners & Growers, leading avisitors’ tour or entertaining DFV Wines’ tradeguests. Her day is not complete until lunchor dinner is served, graced with a touch ofCheryl’s creativity and culinary talent.To say Cheryl ispassionate wouldbe an understatement.As Presidentof MontereyCounty Vintners &Growers Association(2009 – present), Director of the WineInstitute, Monterey Bay and Director ofHospitality, San Bernabe Vineyard, herfervor for the culinary arts, wine and the intersectionof the two is quite apparent. Shehas a unique way of effortless, yet impeccableentertaining. “When guests visit SanBernabe Vineyards, my goal is to provide anupscale culinary experience, while makingeach guest feel relaxed and at home, like apart of our family,” Cheryl says.As part of one of California’s oldest wine-Clockwise from left: Cheryl picks fresh produce from her organic garden. The Indelicato familygathers for a casual family dinner.16 L e s D a m e s d ’ E s c o f f i e r I n t e r n a t i o n a l