“R. Michael Ristow is passionate in his approach to photography. As a result, he captures the soul of Wine Country.”
Mike Martini
Mayor, Santa Rosa, Ca. and General Manager of Taft Street Winery
“The colors and the detail are incredible. He offers the viewer the opportunity to experience the mood, the feel and the magic of the vineyard.”
Greg Silvi
Gourmet Magizine
“Not everyone is fortunate enough to be in Wine Country, but R. Michael Ristow offers those who cannot be here the opportunity to experience the astonishing beauty of the region through his remarkable photographs.”
Charlie Palmer
Celebrity chef, restaurateur and author.
“Ristow’s photographs of Wine Country are simply inspiring. The nuances of his photographs are what make them particularly impressive, showing he has a grasp of what Wine Country is all about. ”
Jil Child
Executive Vice President, Wine Tours of the World and Sommelier
"R. Michael Ristow's photographs are gorgeous.
I must say that I'm very impressed with what he's accomplished"
Larry Levine
Vice President, Sonoma County Winegrape Commission
“Truly stunning photographs.
It makes you believe you can reach out and touch the fruit.”
Clay Mauritson
Winemaker , Mauritson Winery
“Those of us who live and work here sometimes forget how breathtakingly beautiful it is. Each time I look at one of
R. Michael’s photographs I pause to appreciate, not only the grandeur of our region, but his ability to preserve it.”
Michael Brown
Winemaker, Kosta - Brown Winery
“The reason R. Michael Ristow is known as ‘America’s Vineyard Photographer’ is obvious: He’s preeminent in his field.
He successfully conveys the effect the region has on each of the senses.”
Mike Horn and Paul Stern
Hosts of nationally syndicated ‘What’s Cookin’ radio program
"This man is a genius with the camera and in the darkroom.
What he does is unbelieviable"
Dan Berger
Nationally syndicated wine columnist and award winning author on wine.
