Inventory of the Dorothy and André Tchelistcheff Collection
D-654
Liz Phillips
University of California, Davis Library, Dept. of Special Collections
2019
1st Floor, Shields Library, University of California
100 North West Quad
Davis, CA 95616-5292
speccoll@ucdavis.edu
Language of Material:
English
Contributing Institution:
University of California, Davis Library, Dept. of Special Collections
Title: Dorothy and André Tchelistcheff Collection
Creator:
Tchelistcheff, Dorothy E.
Identifier/Call Number: D-654
Physical Description:
9.4 linear feet
Date (inclusive): 1937-2018
Date (bulk): 1970-2001
Abstract: Scrapbooks, photograph albums, clippings, awards,
memorabilia, and papers curated by Dorothy Tchelistcheff, wife of André Tchelistcheff. The bulk of the collection
documents winemaker André Tchelistcheff's life and work from 1967-1994, especially his work with Beaulieu
Vineyards, and memorial events in his honor from 1994 to 2001. The collection also includes a small amount of material
related to André Tchelistcheff's early education and arrival in the United States.
Physical Location: Researchers should contact Archives and Special
Collections to request collections, as many are stored offsite.
Biography
Winemaker André Tchelistcheff (1901-1994), known as "the dean of wine" and "the Maestro", studied agriculture
in Czechoslovakia at the University of Brno and later studied viticulture and enology at the Pasteur Institute and the
Institut National Agronomique in Paris. He came to California in 1938 at the invitation of Georges de Latour, owner of
Beaulieu Vineyard, who was seeking a winemaker who could bring European methods to his winery. During his time at Beaulieu,
Tchelistcheff introduced the now standard practices of fermenting white wines in a cold room and using malolactic
fermentation as an essential part of making red wines. Tchelistcheff remained at Beaulieu until his retirement in 1973, after
which he worked as a consulting enologist for many winemakers and wineries, including Robert Mondavi, Louis M. Martini,
Franciscan Vineyards, Firestone, Jordan, and Buena Vista in California, and Chateau Ste. Michelle in Washington. Following
retirement, Tchelistcheff also conducted a series of tours for winemakers through Wine Tours International, the first of
which coincided with the famous 1976 Paris Tasting. In 1991, Tchelistcheff returned to Beaulieu as a consultant and worked
there until his death in 1994.
Selected Awards
1986 |
Wine Spectator Distinguished Service Award |
1990 |
Wine Man of the Year, Wine Industry Technical Symposium |
2000 |
Reader's Choice Award, The Person Who Has Done the Most to Advance Wine Quality, Wine Spectator |
2004 |
COPIA Lifetime Achievement Award |
March 2007 |
Vintners Hall of Fame (Culinary Institute of America) |
Sources:
Lord, Tony. "Andre Tchelistcheff, Decanter's Man of the Year 1992."
Decanter, vol. 17, no. 7, March 1992, pp 30-34.
Scope and Contents
Scrapbooks, photograph albums, clippings, awards, memorabilia, and papers curated by Dorothy Tchelistcheff, wife of
André Tchelistcheff. The bulk of the collection documents winemaker André Tchelistcheff's life and work
from 1967-1994, especially his work with Beaulieu Vineyards, and memorial events in his honor from 1994 to 2001. The
collection also includes a small amount of material related to André Tchelistcheff's early education and arrival
in the United States.
Processing Information
Processed by Liz Phillips with help from student assistant Aditi Sinha.
Access
Collection is open for research.
Preferred Citation
[Identification of item], Dorothy and André Tchelistcheff Collection, D-654, Archives and Special Collections,
UC Davis Library, University of California, Davis.
Acquisition
Gift of Dorothy Tchelistcheff, 2019.
Publication Rights
All applicable copyrights for the collection are protected under chapter 17 of the U.S. Copyright Code. Requests for
permission to publish or quote from manuscripts must be submitted in writing to the Head of Special Collections. Permission
for publication is given on behalf of the Regents of the University of California as the owner of the physical items. It is
not intended to include or imply permission of the copyright holder, which must also be obtained by the researcher.
Subjects and Indexing Terms
Wine and wine making
Wine industry -- History
Tchelistcheff,
André, 1901-
Beaulieu Vineyard
(Calif.) -- History
Biographical Materials
1937-2018
Scope and Contents
Includes information on André Tchelistcheff's early education and arrival in the United States;
biographical sketches; interviews; and publications related to his work and study.
Box
1, Folder
1
Timeline of Early Life
2007
Scope and Contents
Compiled by Dorothy Tchelistcheff
Box
1, Folder
2
Immigration to United States
1937-1938
Scope and Contents
Letters of recommendation and petitions for immigration.
Box
1, Folder
3
"Going to Mass": Account of Hunting Trip Written by Victor Tchelistcheff (André Tchelistcheff's
father)
undated
Box
1, Folder
4
Transcript of Interview with Margrit Biever and Regional Oral History Office Release Form
1980
1994
Scope and Contents
Interview and release form appear to be unrelated.
Box
1, Folder
5
Interviews and Cover Articles
1990-1992
Box
1, Folder
6
Biography from TheWineStalker.net: "Heroes of Wine -- André Tchelistcheff, 1901-1904"
November 12, 2017
Scope and Contents
Annotated by Dorothy Tchelistcheff
Box
1, Folder
7
Letters of Commendation
1967
1979
Scope and Contents
Letter from James A. Cook to Otto Gramlow (Beaulieu Vineyards) and letter from Consul
Général-Adjoint awarding Ordre du Mérite Agricole
Box
1, Folder
8
Disbursement from Estate of Mme. Helene de Pins, President of Beaulieu Vineyard
1982
Box
1, Folder
9
Wine Tours International Brochure: Darrell Corti's Wines, Foods, and the Arts of Italy
1979
Scope and Contents
Tour dates: October 4-20, 1979
Box
1, Folder
10
Four Seasons Clift Hotel: Tchelistcheff and Blue, "The Great Taste Off"
13 February 1984
Scope and Contents
André Tchelistcheff's wine rankings
Box
1, Folder
11
Letter Opposing Expansion of Alexander Valley AVA Appellation
September 28, 1984
Box
1, Folder
12
Tasting Notes and Vintage Notes
1975
1985
Scope and Contents
Notes on evolution of Cabernet Sauvignon at Inglenook-Napa Valley and observations on California vintage
characteristics from 1936-1973
Box
1, Folder
13
Articles: Work at Beaulieu Vineyard
1979-2004
Box 5
"'Twas the month before Christmas and all through the winery..." Hand-lettered Poem
undated
Box
1, Folder
14
Condolences on André Tchelistcheff's Death
7 April 1994
Box 5
Clippings Memorializing André Tchelistcheff
April 1994
Box
1, Folder
15
Commemorative Articles from Russian Publications
1994
Box
1, Folder
16
Legacy in the Wine World
1994-2013
Box
1, Folder
17
Articles: Legacy in Washington State
2014-2018
Box
1, Folder
18
A Tribute to André Tchelistcheff -- Beaulieu Vineyard
1 December 2001
Scope and Contents
Includes menu, tasting notes, and brief biography
Box
1, Folder
19
William Behrends: Sculpture of André Tchelistcheff
2002
Scope and Contents
Images of sculpture and program for unveiling event at Beaulieu Vineyards
Box 5
Article: "Andre, The Voice of Wine"
30 March 2018
Box
2, Folder
1
[Paper on Large Birds: Ducks, Geese, Turkeys, etc., V. A. Tchelistcheff]
undated
Language of Material: Russian
Box
2, Folder
2
California Wine Greats: Pioneers in Building the Wine Industry of California, The Wine Spectator
California Scholarship Foundation
1984
Box
2, Folder
3
California Wine Pioneers: Profiles of the State's Wine Industry Leaders, The Wine Spectator California
Scholarship Foundation
1987
Box
2, Folder
4
California Wine Pioneers: Profiles of the State's Wine Industry Leaders, The Wine Spectator California
Scholarship Foundation
1988
Box
2, Folder
5
The 1989 Grand Collection of Rare California Wines
1989
Scope and Contents
Monterey Wine Festival Auction benefiting the André Tchelistcheff Scholarship Fund, Christie's of New
York, Auctioneers
Box
2, Folder
6
Beaulieu Vineyard, a Retrospective, 1936-1974
1984
Scope and Contents
Tasting notes
Box
2, Folder
7
University of Agriculture, Brno: History of the University
1993
Box
2, Folder
8
University of Agriculture, Brno, 1919-1994: 75th Jubilee Yearbook
1994
Awards and Commendations
1970-1991
Scope and Contents
Includes presentation copies of awards and commendations and commemorative plaques.
object 1
American Society of Enologists Merit Award in the Industrial Category
27 June 1970
Scope and Contents
"In recognition and grateful appreciation for over 30 years of outstanding service to the wine and grape
industry"
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Brass plaque mounted on wood
Box 5
Ordre du Mérite Agricole
12 September 1979
Scope and Contents
"Le Ministre de l'Agriculture, par arrêté en date du 12 septembre 1979 a nommé
Monsieur André Tchelistcheff Officier de l'Ordre du Mérite Agricole."
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Framed certificate
Box 3
Society of Wine Educators Honors André Tchelistcheff, the Winemakers' Winemaker
1983
Scope and Contents
"From Russia with love, a comet aimed at California, with a significant stop in Washington state. He has influenced
more American wines and wineries than any other person with his unique brilliance."
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Brass plaque mounted on wood
Box 3
The Wine Spectator Annual Distinguished Service Award
3 November 1986
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Brass plaque mounted on wood
object 2
Dedication Plaque from Chateau Ste. Michelle
1986
Scope and Contents
"Through his vision and commitment, Chateau Ste. Michelle has emerged as one of the world's premier wineries. To
André we dedicate our finest Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard, which he has nurtured for decades, and this
tasting room, where millions enjoy the fruits of his labor.
Harvest 1986"
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Heavy bronze plaque framed by wood
Box 4
State of California Senate Rules Committee Resolution in Commendation of Napa Valley Vintners Association's
Naming André Tchelistcheff one of its "Living Legends"
3 April 1987
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Framed certificate
Box 5
California State Senate Resolution Congratulating André Tchelistcheff on his 90th
Birthday
19 November 1991
Box 4
California Legislature Assembly Resolution Congratulating André Tchelistcheff on His 90th
Birthday
2 December 1991
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Framed certificate
Photographs and Scrapbooks
1967-2002
Scope and Contents
Photographs and scrapbooks documenting André Tchelistcheff's life and work from 1967-1994, especially his
work with Beaulieu Vineyards, and memorial events in his honor from 1994 to 2002.
Box 12
Scrapbook: Napa County, Anti-Defamation League, Memorial Tributes
1968-2002
1992-1994
Box 7
Scrapbook: Beaulieu Vineyard; American Society of Enologists
June 1969-August 1973
Box
2
Photo Album: Tastings, Friends, and Family
1972-1973
Scope and Contents
Album includes many home photographs of Christmas celebrations
Box
6, Folder
1
Chapître des vins d'Arbois - 150ème anniversaire de la naissance de Louis
Pasteur
19 May 1973
Physical Description:
2 photographic prints
Box
6, Folder
22
[Robert Lawrence Balzer?] with André Tchelistcheff
23 September 1975
Scope and Contents
Photograph by Robert Lawrence Balzer
Box 8, Box 9
Scrapbooks: 1976 Paris Tour and Tasting
1976
Box
1, Folder
29
Photograph: André Tchelistcheff and Unidentified Man with Pipe, Sonoma Wine Tasting
September 1978
Scope and Contents
Item found loose inside "André's 50th Vintage" photograph album
Box
1, Folder
24
Loose Scrapbook Page: Photographs of Marzipan and Paper Maché Models, Demel Bakery,
Vienna
1979
Box
1, Folder
23
Loose Scrapbook Page: Signed Menu, Diner pour André Tchelistcheff, Restaurant Au Comestible,
Bordeaux
30 May 1979
Scope and Contents
Dinner given by Schieffelin & Co., New York
Box
6, Folder
2
René LaCasia and André Tchelistcheff
November 1979
Physical Description:
1 photographic print
Box
1, Folder
21
Loose Scrapbook Pages: Clippings from Australian Publications
1979-1980
Box
6, Folder
3
Wine Judges: 1st Annual Harvest Festival Fair
1970s
Physical Description:
1 photographic print
Scope and Contents
Clockwise from lower left corner: André Tcehlistcheff, Dan Rowan, Ruth Ellen Church, Bill Traverso, A. D.
Webb, Alexis Bespaloff, H. W. Berg, Frank J. Prial, Burgess Meredith
Box
1, Folder
22
Loose Scrapbook Page: Signed Menu, Wine Press Club of Victoria at Jean Jacques, Seafood of
France
12 March 1980
Box
1, Folder
26
André Tchelistcheff with Novelty Hat and Cigar
1980
Physical Description:
1 photographic print
Scope and Contents
Item found loose inside "André's 50th Vintage" photograph album. Back of photograph reads "Jordan
party".
Box
6, Folder
4
Los Vineros (André Tchelistcheff sniffing wine)
August 1982
Physical Description:
1 photographic print
Box
6, Folder
5
Mr. and Mrs. René Fournier with André Tchelistcheff
1986
Physical Description:
1 photographic print
Box 10
Scrapbook: Beaulieu Vineyard, Château Ste. Michelle; White House
1984-1993
Box
1, Folder
30
Photo Album: André's 50th Vintage
27 August 1987
Box
1, Folder
28
Large Fish on Hook
1987
Physical Description:
1 photographic print
Scope and Contents
Item found loose inside "André's 50th Vintage" photograph album
Box
6, Folder
21
John Ruden and André Tchelistcheff
1980s?
Physical Description:
1 photographic print
Box
6, Folder
23
André Tchelistcheff with Joe Heitz
18 November 1989
Box
6, Folder
27
André Tchelistcheff in Garden with Marco Cappelli
March 1990
Box
6, Folder
25
Georgi Tushmalishvili
April 1990
Box
6, Folder
26
Georgi Tushmalishvili and André Tchelistcheff
April 1990
Box
6, Folder
6
Emma and Gustave Landmann
1990
Physical Description:
1 photographic print
Box
6, Folder
7
Photo Album: Mr. & Mme. Gérard Potel in Napa County
circa 1990
Box
6, Folder
8
Dorothy Tchelistcheff (Card from The Gables, Corvallis, Oregon)
1991
Box 11
Scrapbook: Return to Beaulieu Vineyard, 90th Birthday
1991-1993
Box
6, Folder
9
André Tchelistcheff at Table with Commemorative Boot
1990s
Physical Description:
2 photographic prints
Box
6, Folder
10
André Tchelistcheff Holding up Two Potatoes
1990s
Physical Description:
1 photographic print
Box
6, Folder
11
André Tchelistcheff in Vineyard
1990s
Physical Description:
2 photographic prints
Box
6, Folder
12
Dorothy and André Tchelistcheff
1990s
Physical Description:
1 photographic print
Box
6, Folder
28
Dorothy Tchelistcheff, André Tchelistcheff, and Ann Ovodow (niece)
1990s
Box
6, Folder
24
André Tchelistcheff with Alexander Gulitzin (Quilceda Creek Winery) and Alexandra Golitzin
(Alexander's mother)
1990s?
Box
1, Folder
20
Photo album: A Tribute to André Tchelistcheff -- Beaulieu Vineyard
1 December 2001
Box 13
Photo Album: Sculpture Unveiling Event at Beaulieu Vineyard
2002
Box
6, Folder
13
Dorothy Tchelistcheff Sipping Wine
2000s
Physical Description:
1 photographic print
Box 3
Framed Photograph: André Tchelistcheff Holding Freshly Caught Fish
undated
Box
1, Folder
25
Loose Scrapbook Pages: Photographs of André Tchelistcheff Room, Bern's Steak House, Tampa,
Florida
undated
Box
1, Folder
27
Woman in Sari Walking on Beach
undated
Physical Description:
1 photographic print
Scope and Contents
Item found loose inside "André's 50th Vintage" photograph album
Box
6, Folder
14
André Tchelistcheff at Podium
undated
Physical Description:
1 photographic print
Box
6, Folder
15
André and Dorothy Tchelistcheff with Groups at the Wine Train
undated
Physical Description:
3 photographic prints
Box
6, Folder
16
André Tchelistcheff Posing in Tuxedo
undated
Physical Description:
1 photographic print
Box
6, Folder
17
Dorothy Tchelistcheff Posing in Long Dress
undated
Physical Description:
1 photographic print
Box
6, Folder
18
Dorothy Tchelistcheff, Robert Mondavi, André Tchelistcheff, and Margrit Biever
Mondavi
undated
Physical Description:
1 photographic print
Box
6, Folder
19
André Tchelistcheff Dyeing Easter Eggs
undated
Physical Description:
1 photographic print
Box
6, Folder
20
André Tchelistcheff Standing Next to Very Large Painting
undated
Physical Description:
1 photographic print