Vin Moda Winery Tasting Room

USA / California / Murphys / Main Street, 147
 place with historical importance, winery, wine tasting room, historical building
in the old Valente Building
147 Main St.

Built about 1891 of local lava rock by James (Jim) Valente, a custom boot maker and dealer in hats. His boots brought the then high price of $10.00 and wore well for years. After his demise his widow, Kate, continued the sales with aid of a son, Leo, who repaired boots. Three sons and a daughter survive the parents.

The family lived next door in a small house which was one of the oldest houses in town. It was recently demolished.
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Coordinates:   38°8'13"N   120°27'32"W
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