David Hirsch, Who Turned Sonoma Coast Into World-Class Wine Region, Dies at 81 - The New York Times

David Hirsch, the winemaker who helped establish Sonoma Coast as a world-class wine region, has died at 81. Hirsch was a pioneer in developing cool-climate Pinot Noir production on California's coast and played a key role in shaping the region's reputation for quality wines. His legacy will be remembered as a significant influence on American viticulture and the global wine industry.