26 Feb The Legacy & Future of Dr Konstantin Frank Winery with Meaghan Frank
Summary
In this episode, Laurie Forster welcomes Meaghan Frank from Dr. Frank Winery in the Finger Lakes. They discuss the rich history of the winery, the legacy of Dr. Konstantin Frank, and Meaghan’s journey as the fourth generation in the family business. The conversation highlights the significance of sparkling wine production, the versatility of Riesling, and the unique grapes like Rkatsiteli and Saperavi. Meaghan also shares valuable advice for aspiring women in the wine industry, emphasizing the importance of community and continuous learning.
Takeaways
- Megan Frank is the fourth generation in her family’s winery.
- Only 3% of family businesses survive to the fourth generation and beyond according to the Family Business Institute.
- Dr. Konstantin Frank was a pioneer in Eastern American winemaking.
- Sparkling wine production is a significant part of the winery’s legacy with over 40 years of making traditional method sparklers.
- Unique grapes like Rkatsiteli and Saperavi are part of the winery’s offerings.
- Women for Wine Sense is a valuable organization for networking.
- Education and continuous learning are crucial in the wine business.
Wines Tasted
Dr Frank 2020 Blanc de Blanc Sparkling Wine
Dr Frank 2022 Saperavi Red Wine
Learn more about the story of Dr Konstantin Frank and Meghan on their website DrFranksWines.com