Joseph Carr created Josh Cellars in 2007 as a tribute to his dad, Josh – Joseph’s way of honoring all that his father had done for him.Joseph Carr is a winemaker and the founder of Josh Cellars. He started his career as a sommelier in New York City and Palm Beach, Florida. He then worked in wineries in France, Spain, Italy, Australia, and Napa Valley.
Early life:
Carr grew up in Berlin, New York, a lumbermill town about 40 minutes outside of Albany
He attended the State University of New York on a wrestling scholarship, but switched to Fine Arts after the program was cut
He studied Fine Arts and Modern Dance and Ballet
Career:
Worked in the restaurant industry as a busboy, server, bartender, and sommelier
Worked as a sommelier at high-end restaurants and hotels, including the Sagamore Resort in Bolton Landing, New York
Won the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for his wine list design at the Sagamore Resort
Josh Cellars:
Founded Josh Cellars in 2007 as a tribute to his father
Named the wine after his father, Josh
Josh Cellars is the house wine served at the Sagamore Resort
Other accomplishments:
Produced a brand from Sonoma named after his father, Josh
Worked with winemaker Aaron Pott to produce the Dylan's Ghost brand
Known for his insightful vintages and talent as a sommelier