PASO ROBLES, CA, (Sept. 4, 2020) – Sam Balakian, president and winemaster of SVP Winery in Paso Robles, passed away on August 31, 2020. With a winemaking career spanning more than 50 years, Balakian was respected as one of the most experienced winemakers in California and trusted for his steadfast commitment to producing quality bulk […] The post Legendary Central Coast Vintner, Sam Balakian, Passes Away at Age 78 appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor. Url:https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2020/09/04/sam-balakian-passes-away-78?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sam-balakian-passes-away-78 Published Date:Fri, 04 Sep 2020 18:06:27 +0000