Background
Carretta, Richard Louis was born on February 9, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Son of Alfred E. and Ruby (Gorgoglione) Carretta.
Carretta, Richard Louis was born on February 9, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Son of Alfred E. and Ruby (Gorgoglione) Carretta.
Bachelor in Economics, Loras College, Dubuque, Iowa, 1961.
Manager, Armanetti Liquors, Chicago, 1961-1963; vice president, Almaden Vineyards, San Jose, California, 1963-1987; sales manager, Charles Lefranc Cellars, San Jose, 1963-1987; executive vice president, William Grant & Sons, Edison, New Jersey, since 1987.
With United States Army, 1961. Member Amis du Vin (Importer of Year award 1982), Chaine des Rotisseurs, Knights of Vine, Importers Club.
Married Jacqueline R. Gherra, October 10, 1964. Children: Carrie M., Julie C., Laurie D.