Many professional golfers are wine aficionados, but some have taken the big step of getting directly involved in the wine business. That might mean launching their own vineyards to produce wine, or partnering with a vineyard to launch a private-label vintage. Below are some of the golfers who are producing their own wine labels. (Click the golfer's name to visit his label's Web site.)
John Daly
Daly is a golfer who seems more whiskey and beer than wine, but in 2008 the John Daly Wines label was introduced. It includes chardonnays and shirazes, a cabernet sauvignon, and a limited-edition "Perfect Round" Bourdeaux blend. "Grip it and sip it!" Daly exclaims on the Web site.Ernie Els
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With his friend and partner Jean Engelbrecht, Els formed Engelbrecht Els Vineyards in South Africa in 1999, and the first vintage was produced in 2000. Five Bordeaux varietals are produced under the Els label, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.
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Nick Faldo
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The Nick Faldo label is produced by Katnook Estate vineyards in Coonawarra, an Australian district noted for its red wines. The label was launched in 2000. According to the Katnook Web site, "The aim behind Faldo wines is to capture the essential characteristics of Coonawarra in a harmonious, early drinking, forward fruit style priced for regular enjoyment." Faldo wines include Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc.
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David Frost
A native of South Africa who won 11 times on the PGA Tour, Frost grew up in the wine business - his father owned a vineyard. Frost bought his own, 300-acre vineyard in 1994, the David Frost Wine Estate, and produced his first vintage in 1997. His label's offerings include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Par Excellence (a traditional red blend) and Shiraz.Greg Norman
Greg Norman Estates wines are produced from vineyards the company owns in Australia and California. Greg's favorites include Lake County Zinfandel and Australian Reserve Shiraz. The Norman label offers a range of reds (including Cabernet Merlot and Pinot Noir); plus whites (Chardonnays) and sparkling wines.Compare Prices or Buy Now
Arnold Palmer
The Arnold Palmer Wines label is produced in collaboration with Luna Vineyards. The first vintage appeared in 2005. "Arnold Palmer Wines will be targeted to high-end restaurants, resorts and wine shops around the country," the Web site notes. Arnold Palmer Wines include Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay.Compare Prices or Buy Now
