TUOKO LAAKSONEN, FINNISH, 1920-1991
THE ICON
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TOM OF FINLAND FOUNDATION
THE FOUNDATION
THE FOUNDATION
In 1984, the non-profit Tom of Finland Foundation was established by Durk Dehner and his friend Touko Laaksonen a.k.a. Tom of Finland. As Tom had established worldwide recognition as the master of homo-erotic art, the Foundation's original purpose was to preserve his vast catalog of work. Several years later the scope was widened to offer a safe haven for all erotic art in response to rampant discrimination against art that portrayed sexual behavior or generated a sexual response. Today the Foundation continues in its efforts of educating the public as to the cultural merits of erotic art and in promoting healthier, more tolerant attitudes about sexuality.
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THE WINE
THE WINE
Winemaker Notes:
From the label, depicting Tom of Finland’s artwork, to showcasing a wine that is full of flavor and character, we have created a blend of Zinfandel, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah that makes for a pleasurable experience worthy of the artist. It brings together the spiciness and peppery notes of Zinfandel with a touch of blackberries; herbal notes and suppleness of Merlot; slight eucalyptus and cassis with Cabernet Sauvignon; and, sweet blueberries of Petite Sirah. All of this integrates beautifully finishing with a toasty oak character that is rich and remarkably smooth.
With every purchase, a portion of the proceeds goes directly to Tom of Finland Foundation, which promotes human rights and sexual expression through art.
For more about the Foundation go to: www.tomoffinlandfoundation.org
