next generation artists receive special recognition

News release

Four outstanding high school juniors and seniors received the 2023 Young Artist Awards at a recent reception at Arts and Culture El Dorado’s new Switchboard Gallery at 525 Main St. in Placerville.

The event also honored the memory of four bright lights in the El Dorado County community who were great supporters of the arts. Their lives represent the talent, thoughtfulness, generosity and commitment to the community that makes El Dorado County such a special place to live.

“This was an extremely successful year for the Young Artist Awards,” said Program Coordinator Jordan Hyatt-Miller. “We rely on teachers to nominate students for these awards, and we were pleased to have more nominating teachers in each category than we did last year. The Young Artist Awards represent an important connection between generations of artists in El Dorado County, allowing us to honor and remember the legacies of four bright lights in our community while encouraging and recognizing the young artists who are carrying on those legacies.”

The Young Artist Awards were presented in each of four categories:

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“We were so fortunate to have so much help from other early wine pioneers.” Leslie said. “We would get together for dinners and share information. It was a great community all working together.”

The MacCreadys, Russells, Battjes,

Fitzpatricks and others were part of that early wine village.

The first of many

In 1978 the first bottle of Madroña Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon came off the line — the first of many beautifully crafted vintages.

Paul at this point was not too keen on entering the wine business. With an economic degree from UC Davis he would travel for a while and come home to work in the winery to earn more travel money.

The intrigue of crafting a food friendly wine finally converted the world traveler to a winemaker in the ’90s.

“I really enjoyed working at the winery and spending time with my dad,” Paul said.

Both Paul and Maggie continue the Madroña legacy but sometime in the future would like to make things “a little simpler.”

“How to get to that point to slow down will be an interesting transition,” Paul said. “There are so many great opportunities. We will figure it out.”

— Paul Bush, owner of Madroña Vineyards

Part of Paul’s duties were working wine tastings, fundraising events and special occasions around the region. While serving as an ambassador for Madroña he met Maggie Clark, who was working for Sierra Vista Vineyards and Winery during special events.

She was a partner in a CPA firm in Sacramento working on her master’s degree. She also enjoyed the wine scene in El Dorado County.

After a several year courtship Paul and Maggie married in 1999.

Her CPA skills were a nice addition to the family business and appreciated by Leslie, who had been handling the books.

“She brought her expertise to the office end of things. Mom was ready to pass the books to Maggie,” Paul said.

Dick was also ready to pass the baton.

“Shortly after I came on board Dick and Leslie started to consider retiring,” Maggie said.

In 2001 the business was restructured with Paul and Maggie at the helm and to this day the couple creates a balanced wine that is “not opulent” and pairs well with food.

“If I do a good job in the vineyard a good wine will follow,” Paul said.

One of those opportunities came in 2013 when a property on Carson Road became available. It was purchased and is now sister winery Rucksack Cellars.

“My dad was there for me and I appreciate all that he accomplished and shared with me,” Paul said. “My mom still is a part of everything and is so amazing. Plus there is the wonderful community that has been here for us. We are very thankful for everything.”

“It really does take a village to be successful,” Leslie said.

Madroña Vineyards Open House

Celebrating 50 years at 2560 High Hill Road, Camino

Sunday, May 28, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Visit the winery for wine (including some of the rare bottles from the cellar), gourmet hamburgers, French fries, music by Just Chillin’. To make a reservation visit madronavineyards. orderport.net/wines/Events.

Rucksack Cellars Open House

3030 Carson Road, Camino

Saturday, May 27, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sample new releases and favorites, enjoy music by Patrick Walsh and have delicious pulled pork sliders and sweet potato fries. To make a reservation visit rucksackcellars. orderport.net.

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