Caesar Milla was reared in his native land until he was fifteen years of age, when he emigrated to the United States, coming directly to the MatteVista Winery, which is owned and has been developed by his uncle, Andrew Mattei, the millionaire viticulturist and wine manufacturer. Caesar Milla was employed by his uncle in the winery where, by hard work and intelligent efforts, he soon gained a knowledge of the business and was promoted from one department to another, and in course of time mastered the business, from the planting of the vines to the bottling,shipping, and selling of the wines. So well did he grasp the entire business that he became the superintendent of the winery and held this responsible post until 1917, when his cousin, Andrew Mattei, Jr., was made superintendent, and Caesar Milla became the head of the distilling department. The parents of Caesar Milla being in modest circumstances, and having a large family to support, Caesar continued to aid them financially and for twenty years sent his earnings back to his mother to help support the family.
Mr. Milla is a man of great executive ability and sound business judgment, and is making a success of his fortv-acre vineyard, which he operates in addition to his responsible position at the winery. Mr. and Mrs. Milla are highly respected in their community where they enjoy a large circle of friends.
Flash forward 100 years. Joey and Debbie Milla continue to make wine the same way Nona (Grandpa) did for years. When drinking our wines you will taste the fruit and enjoy to "old fashioned Italian style" wines. Take a walk back in time and learn even more about the Milla's history when you come out to taste the wines.
Just recently the Mattei family contacted the Millas and were reunited after many years. The Milla's learned many things about the history of their Grandfather and Great Uncle. It was discovered that Mattei Vista wines were sent to the White House during Roosevelt's administration. It was also discovered that in the day Mattei Vista Winery was once bigger than Gallo and recipient of many awards.
We hope we will make Nono proud.
