TESTIMONIALS

"Bob Lindquist and Louisa Sawyer Lindquist are nothing if not steadfast. With Qupé, with Verdad, and with Lindquist Family they’ve adhered to styles that collectively express a quiet intensity, full-flavored and elegant, wines that stir from within rather than pound you over the head.

Through the thirty years I’ve known them they’ve been generous, receptive, open-hearted. I couldn’t have written my book without them, and it wouldn’t be the history it is without them in it."

“You will not find anyone more knowledgeable about the Santa Barbara County wine region, or the surrounding wine regions than Bob & Louisa. I am floored by their depth of experience whenever I work with them. Their winemaking is tried and true, creating world class expressions of whatever grape variety they touch. Always professional and courteous, and always there for you.”

"I can safely say in my 47 year career in this business I have met a lot of industry professionals, however none with the abundant combination of qualities of Bob and Louisa. The influences that informed
them through the years individually and together were most certainly profound.

They have a relentless focus of responsibility and work ethic. Their deep understanding of grape varieties, soil types, winemaking techniques and how
they relate to each other isn't by chance. It's their dedication and life's work."

"For the past five years, I’ve had the privilege of working with Bob and Louisa Lindquist, two of the most respected and talented winemakers in California.
Bob, a true legend in the industry, was among the first to showcase Rhône varietals in California, shaping the landscape with his groundbreaking work at Qupé.

Louisa, known for her precision and deep understanding of site expression, has crafted some of the most elegant and terroir-driven wines in the state under the Verdad label.

Together, their expertise, meticulous attention to detail, and dedication to honest winemaking have been invaluable in producing wines for my projects, ensuring every bottle reflects authenticity, balance, and a true sense of place. For anyone looking to work with winemakers who truly understand how to elevate fruit in exceptional wine, Bob and Louisa Lindquist are among the best in the business"